The 68-year-old actress joined the show in 2008, and over the years her character has faced plenty of challenges, including her turbulent relationship with boyfriend Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) to overcoming a brain tumour diagnosis.
Back in November, it was reported that Lesley would be leaving the ITV soap after 16 years of playing Brenda.
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Amid the drama, deaths and devastation of Emmerdale’s huge Limo Week, it has been a busy time in the dales.
