Charity Dingle’s surrogacy storyline has taken yet another shocking twist in Emmerdale, as Ross Barton confronts her over whether he could be the father of her baby.

Charity’s Surrogacy Drama Explodes

What was already a complicated arrangement has now spiralled into chaos for Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins). Viewers know she agreed to carry a baby for her granddaughter Sarah (Katie Hill). The father? None other than Danny’s grandson — a set-up that already had Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) reeling.

But things didn’t stop there. With her marriage crumbling and tension at an all-time high, Charity made another reckless decision: she slept with her ex, Ross Barton (Michael Parr).

Now, with Charity confirming she’s pregnant, doubts are rising over who the real father might be.

Ross Overhears a Life-Changing Conversation

Ross is the first to put the pieces together when he overhears Sarah talking to Vanessa Woodfield (Michelle Hardwick). Sarah reveals that Mackenzie has ended his marriage to Charity — news that makes Ross suspicious.

Realising the timing, Ross storms over to confront Charity. He bluntly asks if she told Mackenzie about their night together.

Charity, overwhelmed and defensive, lashes out. She throws Ross out of the house, insisting he leave her alone. But his suspicions are not going away.

Charity Breaks Down – But Keeps the Wrong Secret

Later, Charity crumbles under the pressure. She confides in Vanessa, admitting that Sarah’s baby might not be Sarah’s after all.

Vanessa immediately assumes that Mackenzie is the father, and Charity doesn’t correct her. Instead, she allows Vanessa to believe the misunderstanding, keeping the truth about Ross hidden for now.

This half-truth only digs Charity deeper into trouble. As viewers know, Vanessa is not someone who can easily sit on secrets — which means Charity’s confession is likely to spread sooner rather than later.

Ross Refuses to Back Down

While Charity tries to contain the fallout, Ross is relentless. He corners her again, demanding to know whether the baby could be his.

Charity attempts to brush him off, swearing there’s no chance he’s the father. But Ross, sharper than she gives him credit for, isn’t convinced.

With Mackenzie gone, Vanessa growing suspicious, and Ross closing in, Charity is running out of places to hide.

What This Means for Charity’s Future

This tangled web is about to explode. If Ross is revealed as the father, it won’t just devastate Mackenzie — it could tear Sarah’s surrogacy dream apart and ignite another family feud in the Dales.

The storyline has already shaken viewers with its messy layers of betrayal, secrecy, and heartache. And now, fans are left wondering:

• Is Ross really the father of Charity’s baby?

• How long can Charity keep the truth hidden from Vanessa?

• And will Mackenzie ever come back if he learns the full story?

One thing is certain — Charity Dingle’s latest secret is about to change everything.