Overview
- Christmas episodes depict Kim Tate isolating herself on the anniversary of husband Will Taylor’s death after being injured and left on crutches.
- An illegal shoot on Home Farm arranged behind her back leads to a trap that injures her horse Ice, who is later put down, straining her bond with Lydia Dingle.
- King says the storyline aims to reflect the reality of loneliness in the UK, citing Age UK’s messaging and research showing large numbers affected.
- Addressing fan speculation, King says she wants to remain on the soap and has seen no scripts suggesting her character will be written out.
- King discusses living and working with rheumatoid arthritis, noting ongoing treatment and production accommodations that help her continue in the role.