Danny Miller, a popular soap star and I’m A Celebrity star, discusses the drama on the Dales, how to become a father again, and some hidden jungle secrets.
Life looks set to become even more hectic for busy actor Danny Miller, who is best known for playing troubled Aaron Dingle in Emmerdale – a firm fan favourite since he joined the Yorkshire soap back in 2008. Last month, the 34-year-old, who has a son, Albert, three, and a daughter, Edith, one, with wife Steph Jones, revealed on Instagram they are expecting baby number three.
Here, Danny, who won I’m A Celebrity in 2021, talks exclusively to new about parenthood – including why they have no intention of fining out if it’s a boy or a girl., exciting updates in the Dales – which see Aaron and John Sugden’s big day thrown into chaos when John’s past catches up with him, amid the sudden reappearance of his ex – and his dream role…
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Danny, you’re going to start raising kids once more. Congratulations!
I appreciate it! The final three, and probably the last one, is unquestionably the magic number! We are excited because it’s so difficult for us to get to where we’re going and because our family lives a few hours away. Already, we have two stunning kids. We just seem to be bringing the family together.
Do you possess gender information?
No, we never actually learn. We prefer surprises. This is the best kind of natural surprise you can find because there aren’t many left over in life.
Do you feel prepared for a household that is even busier?
It’s definitely a bit unknown because we’ve never had three children before. With two to look after and a newborn, we are aware of the difficulties. You just have to get involved.
Has your father’s work style changed since then?
Really, no. Even when it means working long hours or traveling, Steph is so patient. She holds the fort incredibly well despite the fact that we work it out together and are more discerning about what makes sense.
Are you guilty about skipping for a long period of time?
Of course. That guilt would be felt by any parent. You forget the good times. However, you still get a lot of pictures and videos thanks to camera phones. It’s about being fully present when I’m at home; work is tomorrow. The family is always first.
Would you like your children to pursue acting?
I’ll back whatever they decide to do. Albert is very imaginative; he enjoys dancing and performing. Edith also follows him around. I admire how special a bond they share, and I love how they behave. We’ll be completely in their favor, whatever they decide.
Which parent, you or Steph, is stricter?
Me! I’m not sure if this is outdated thinking, but I think dads frequently exercise the “bad cop” in terms of authority and discipline. It’s about maintaining balance.
In Emmerdale, everything is happening. When you read the wedding script, how did you feel?
It’s one of our special episodes, to be sure. More of our exploration is now than ever. Because it was created entirely from John’s imagination, it is really intriguing. You must find ways to make soap weddings feel new because there are so many. It’s a lot of fun and three days long, but there’s also drama and angst. The wild side of soap weddings is always present!
What’s it like to contribute to the development of television history?
It sounds much more important when you put it like that! But yeah, it’s nice. It’s always great to push the boundaries and explore new ways of storytelling, especially with so much brilliant TV out there now on Netflix, Amazon, and the rest. ITV and ITVX are trying to keep up, and we’re here for it.
How do you and the cast let go of the intense scenes that you’ve captured?
Although our cast is amiable, there isn’t always time for socializing during busy editing. After the conclusion of this storyline, we returned to the neighborhood pub where we had raised a glass and had a drink. We frequently laugh at little things while filming.
You won I’m A Celeb in 2021. What aspects of the show did you find enjoyable, and what lacked?
I detested the monotony. There is only so much to talk about, even with great people. I enjoyed revealing Danny’s true identity to people, not just Aaron, the person I portray. Being myself on a show I’ve loved since I was a child was an incredible feeling. It appeared to be a significant accomplishment.
Was there any unobserved in the background madness?
Not that I’ve not authorized an NDA for! You get what you see. They typically report anything significant. The only surprise is how small the food portions are. You can’t believe how little rice and beans you receive. No condiments, of course, was a plus.
What would be your ideal television show?
This City Is Ours is a collaboration between my friends James Nelson-Joyce and Jack McMullen. It would be a dream come true to be an underworld gangster. But I’m content with where I am right now.
Would you do Celebrity Big Brother?
I’m not sure, to be honest. I wasn’t sure I could do that all day because I saw the challenge in the previous series where everyone dressed as cats. But never declare never. You might be asked to appear on these shows at times and knock on the door.
On ITV1, Emmerdale is available weeknights at 7:30 p.m. or watch ITVX online.
Source: Mirror
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