fans believe they’ve sussed out who Matty Barton’s new romantic interest could be after the heart-wrenching demise of his wife Amy.
Since his arrival in 2018, Matty (portrayed by Ash Palmisciano) has become a beloved character on the ITV series. As Moira’s (Natalie J. Robb) son, he’s been central to numerous dramatic plots, from an unexpected jail term to his endearing union with Amy (Natalie Ann Jamieson).
His journey in the Dales has been anything but dull, particularly now, as viewers reel from Amy’s shocking death last month—a plot twist no one anticipated.
Amy was among the villagers caught in the limousine that plunged into a frozen lake. She initially survived the ordeal, but in poignant scenes, she later passed away in hospital.
The tragedy also claimed the lives of Leyla Harding (Roxy Shahidi) and Suzy Merton (Martelle Edinborough).
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Amy’s funeral took place last week (Image: ITV)
Bereft, Matty is now under the care of Amy’s mother Kerry (Laura Norton), reports Leicestershire Live. Amy’s funeral recently unfolded onscreen, bringing together her loved ones in a sombre tribute. During the service, Matty delivered an emotional eulogy, calling Amy his “soulmate”.
Overwhelmed by grief while reciting a poem, Matty broke down, prompting Kerry to step in and continue the reading.
Now, speculation is mounting that character Matty Barton might find an unexpected love interest, with fans recently suggesting he’ll partner up with a surprising face in the Dales.
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Fans have predicted a romance between Kerry and Matty (Image: ITV)
Rabid viewers have taken to a Facebook fan page of the show, voicing their theories. “Anyone else catch vibes between Matty and Kerry?” one eagle-eyed fan speculated. Others rallied behind this notion, with comments like: “Yes! Watch this space I reckon.”
Someone else wrote: “I thought that as well. Definitely a spark but I hope I’m wrong!”
Other fans are already dreading this potential pairing, as another added: “I really hope they don’t put them together!” Could passion blossom where least expected in the world of ?
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