Emmerdale’s dashing villain Michael Wildman turned heads in 2019 when he strutted into the village as scheming businessman Al Chapman.
Al went on to be embroiled in a steamy scandal, secretly walking on the wild side with Chas Dingle, despite being Kerry Wyatt’s other half.
However, village gossip reached fever pitch when Cain discovered their clandestine romance. And disaster struck when the pair engaged in a violent shoot-out, with Al being killed.
It wasn’t until later that a flashback scene made it clear that Cain was wrongfully imprisoned for Al’s murder, as his son Kyle accidentally shot Al himself.
Michael Wildman and Ceri Ann in 2012 (Image: No credit)
Al’s death sadly signalled actor Michael’s exit from the soap after three years in the Dales, leaving fans devastated.
Away from the drama of Emmerdale, the 54 year old star leads a blissful married life. Ceri Ann Gregory, a gifted Welsh songstress and actress, stole his heart over 20 years ago backstage at the Royal National Theatre during a Shakespeare production.
Ceri Ann flaunts her vocal prowess by blending rock and classical tunes with the band Elysium, alongside Kiwi soprano Amelia Whiteman and Somerset’s mezzo-soprano Annalise Wittlesea.
If Ceri Ann looks familiar, that’s because she’s popped up on telly, cracking jokes in Little Britain and exploring the galaxy in Torchwood.
Al Chapman told Chas Dingle he was going to end things with Kerry Wyatt
Cain Dingle and Al Chapman were in a violent gun showdown (Image: ITV)
Supportive spouse Ceri beams with pride for Michael’s career and regularly steps out with him at glitzy events like the British Soap Awards.
Her social media is a testament to her feelings, as she often celebrated his Emmerdale escapades. She couldn’t hide her excitement when posting about Michael’s magazine cover spree over his gripping storyline: “He’s everywhere right now! ! ! #alchapman #michaelwildman #emmerdale ooooooooooooo! Exciting”.
The couples romance was sealed in marriage back in 2018, just before Michael’s debut on the beloved soap. As for children, they are proud parents to a nine year old son.
