Lucy Pargeter, who has portrayed Chas Dingle on Emmerdale for over two decades, expressed surprise at her enduring role on the show. citeturn0search1
Pargeter joined Emmerdale in 2002, and her character, Chas, has since become integral to the series. Over the years, Pargeter’s portrayal has earned her multiple awards and nominations, including several British Soap Award nominations for Best Actress and Sexiest Female. citeturn0search1
Reflecting on her tenure, Pargeter remarked, “I can’t believe it’s been over 20 years. Time has flown by.” She also noted the evolving nature of her character, stating, “Chas has been through so much, and it’s been a privilege to bring her storylines to life.” citeturn0search1
Her continued presence on the show highlights Emmerdale‘s commitment to long-term character development and storytelling.