Cain Dingle is a fictional character from the British soap opera Emmerdale, played by Jeff Hordley. Cain made his first appearance on 30 March 2000, and in 2006, he was written out of the series when Hordley left the soap; however, the option for a return was confirmed, which occurred when Hordley returned to the cast in February 2009.

Cain Dingle is the illegitimate son of Zak Dingle and his sister-in-law Faith, although it was believed he was the son of Zak’s brother Shadrach for the first 26 years of his life. Cain is also the father of daughter Debbie along with sons Kyle, Isaac and Nate.

1 day ago · Emmerdale viewers are convinced that the soap has subtly hinted at a sorrowful exit for the iconic character, Cain Dingle.. Portrayed by Jeff Hordley, Cain has been a cornerstone of the show for ...

1 day ago · Emmerdale viewers are convinced that the soap has 'confirmed' a sorrowful conclusion for the character Cain Dingle. Cain, portrayed by Jeff Hordley, has been a mainstay on the show for 25 years ...

2 days ago · Emmerdale fans are certain that the soap has ‘confirmed’ a tragic end for soap legend Cain Dingle.. Cain (Jeff Hordley) has been a staple on the soap for 25 years - making his debut in 2000. As the troublemaking village lothario, …

Aug 7, 2024 · Emmerdale’s Cain Dingle is a firm favourite on the soap - but viewers fear an exit is on the cards for the soap legend.

May 22, 2024 · ITV Emmerdale spoilers in picture form for next week, as village stalwart Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) prepares to exit as another faces death

Nov 24, 2024 · Cain Dingle has been at the heart of the action in Emmerdale for nearly quarter of a century. Next year, will mark the character’s 25th anniversary in the Yorkshire based soap, and what an incredible journey he’s had. One of the show’s all …

May 24, 2024 · Emmerdale has had some shocking storylines of late, but Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) calling it quits and heading for life away from the village is the biggest twist of all. What on Earth could...

Oct 15, 2024 · Cain discovered the news of his father’s passing at the end of yesterday’s episode, when Moira (Natalie J Robb) revealed that Debbie (Charley Webb) had called with the update. Moira told Cain...