Long-lost daughter Steph shellshocks Ruby in Emmerdale spoiler video

Steph is back!

She appears and ambushes Ruby's wedding to Max in the Woolpack. Being walked down the aisle by departing Marlon, Ruby is shocked to see Steph standing there.

Steph hasn't been seen since 1995, when actress Lorraine Chase left the show following a six-year stint.

The actress departed the soap to pursue other projects, and Steph was written out of the show as leaving the village to visit her sick aunt in Spain.

Ruby is stunned into silence

In the aftermath of Kirin's recent fatal car crash, Ruby finally agreed to marry Max.

The wedding day is a beautiful occasion, with Ruby walking down the aisle in a stunning white dress.

But her joy is short-lived when she sees Steph standing there.

What does this mean for Ruby and Max?

In a first-look preview, an emotional Ruby is seen confronting Steph over her return.

Steph claims she has come back to make amends for leaving Ruby and sister Ali when they were kids.

But does Ruby believe her?

Will Ruby forgive Steph?

It's clear that Ruby is still deeply hurt by Steph's abandonment.

She never understood why her mother left her and her sister, and it's something that has always bothered her.

Now that Steph is back, Ruby has the chance to get some answers.

Will Steph stay in the village?

It's not yet known whether Steph is back for good or just a short visit.

But it's clear that her return is going to have a major impact on Ruby's life.

Will Ruby be able to forgive her mother and move on with her life?

Or will Steph's return only cause more pain and heartache?