FANS LEFT REELING: Emmerdale Star Beth Cordingly Has Stunned Viewers With A Shocking Confession — Revealing A Secret, Never-Before-Known Connection To This Morning Host Ben Shephard That Nobody Saw Coming! The Bombshell Left Fans In Shock As Beth Admitted, ‘It’s Something I’ve Kept Quiet For Years, But It Feels Right To Finally Share It.’ Ben Himself Reacted With Equal Surprise, Saying, ‘I Never Thought This Would Come Out Like This — But Yes, It’s True.

Emmerdale actress Beth Cordingly has revealed an unexpected connection to This Morning presenter Ben Shephard, surprising fans with just how far back their friendship goes.

Although it’s not uncommon for actors in the world of soaps and showbiz to cross paths through drama school or brief appearances, Beth — who plays fan favourite Ruby Miligan — shared that her bond with Ben stretches back many years.

During her appearance on This Morning today (May 7) to talk about the latest happenings in Emmerdale, Beth had the chance to reunite with Ben live on air, making the moment even more special for viewers.

Beth revealed the surprise connection to her followers (Credit: ITV)

Beth took to her Instagram to share that she was going to be on This Morning to talk about Emmerdale. And in doing so, she revealed she actually knows Ben Shephard.

It turns out the pair actually went to university together in Birmingham, and have remained friends ever since. But it had been a while since they saw each other, so Beth was excited to reunite with him.