Drama is set to unfold in Hollyoaks as Joel Dexter (Rory Douglas-Speed) is left reeling after catching his wife, Leela Lomax (Kirsty-Leigh Porter), in a compromising moment with another man.
Viewers have seen Leela struggling with her emotions, especially as Joel continues to grow closer to his ex-wife. Unbeknownst to her husband, Leela has been secretly attending therapy sessions with Tommy (Brandon Fallows) in an attempt to process her feelings.
However, things take an unexpected turn when Tommy, misreading the signals, leans in for a kiss. In a shocking moment, Joel arrives just in time to witness the intimate exchange – and his reaction is anything but calm.
Consumed by anger and betrayal, Joel sees red and launches a furious attack on Tommy. The situation quickly spirals out of control, leaving Leela horrified. Will she be able to stop Joel before things go too far? And how will Joel react when he discovers the true nature of Leela’s relationship with Tommy?
Newcomer Brandon Fallows, who plays Tommy, has teased that his character is far from straightforward:
“I’m excited to bring Tommy to life. He’s a friendly and unique therapist, but he’s got a dark side and a complicated past. There’s definitely more to him than meets the eye, and I can’t wait for fans to see his secrets unravel.”
With tensions running high, is this the beginning of the end for Leela and Joel’s marriage? And could Tommy’s hidden past bring even more trouble to Hollyoaks? Stay tuned to find out!
