Emmerdale actor Danny Miller has shared a poignant update on his father Vince's battle with dementia, describing the experience as a 'long goodbye'. The 34-year-old, known for playing Aaron Dingle, spoke on ITV's Loose Women about his 90-year-old father, who lives in a care home in Manchester.
Miller, who has been documenting his visits to his father on Instagram, revealed the emotional toll of the illness. 'The truth of the matter is I've lost my dad. And that's hard for me to cope with because I really, really miss him,' he said, struggling to hold back tears. He added, 'I really miss picking up the phone to him. It's just not possible anymore.'
The actor paid tribute to his father, a former VIP host at Manchester United, who he credits with inspiring his career. 'My dad is the reason I'm in this business,' Miller said. He concluded with a heartfelt message: 'I love you dad, if you're watching, and keep smiling.'
Miller's co-panelist Denise Welch, who knew Vince, offered her support, acknowledging the difficulty of 'mourning the person that was before they've actually gone'. Miller encouraged others in similar situations, saying, 'You're not alone.'
