Steve Halliwell, Emmerdale Star, Dies at 77

Steve Halliwell, renowned for his role as Zak Dingle on Emmerdale, passed away in December at age 77, leaving an estate valued at £63,030 to his widow Valerie and daughter Charlotte. Despite potentially earning up to £200,000 annually from nearly 2,500 episodes, his net worth at death was modest. Halliwell, who battled alcoholism and depression, became an iconic character during his 29-year tenure on the show. Emmerdale plans to honor him with a touching on-screen funeral. Emmerdale's producer Sophie Roper and other show officials expressed deep sorrow and highlighted his lasting impact on the show and its audience. John Whiston, Managing Director of Continuing Drama, praised Halliwell as a wonderful person both on and off screen.