Jason Donovan to make a cameo appearance in Emmerdale

And it'll air later this year!

It has been confirmed today that legendary pop icon and actor Jason Donovan will be making a cameo appearance in Emmerdale later this year and has already filmed in his scenes!

Filming took place on the Emmerdale set in Leeds, when Jason performed one of his classic hits to a packed out Woolpack as a surprise for Lydia Dingle, played by Karen Blick.

On appearing in Emmerdale, Jason Donovan said "I’m incredibly excited to have been asked to make a cameo appearance in Emmerdale as myself. Filming was great fun and all of the cast and crew were extremely welcoming. Singing in the Woolpack set was definitely an experience I won't forget."

To which Emmerdale's producer, Laura Shaw, added "We were delighted that Jason agreed to join us for this episode. Not only is Lydia Dingle a big fan of his, there was a real buzz on set that day. I hope the viewers enjoy his cameo as much as the Emmerdale family did."

Emmerdale continues Mondays to Fridays at 7.30pm on ITV1 with first look episodes available from 7am on ITVX