EMMERDALE’S Steph Fox-Miligan has quit the village after a year.

The businesswoman – who is played by actress Georgia Jay in the ITV soap – arrived last year and was immediately thrust into the spotlight as it was revealed she was the product of her grandfather raping her mother.

The trauma sent Steph spiralling but recently she’s been on an even keel after discovering her mum killed her grandfather.

This week viewers watched Steph reunite with Ross Barton with things finally going well for her.

But when she discovered Ross had slept with Manpreet Sharma months ago, she decided she was done.

Booking a ticket to Rome, Steph announced she was going travelling and would be back in the future.

In reality, actress Georgia has left the soap to go on maternity leave.

A source said earlier this year: “Everyone’s thrilled for Georgia and can’t wait to see her back when she’s ready.

“Steph’s exit will happen in the next few weeks and see her flee abroad in typically dramatic fashion.

“But with Anthony’s body still out there, there’s a huge storyline still to be wrapped up for when she returns.”

Actress Georgia announced her pregnancy earlier this year after fans began to notice her growing bump on screen.

In the Instagram caption, she penned: “As you’ve probably guessed, I’ve got some news to share!

“I know some of you have been wondering if you’ve been seeing a little bump on screen lately… well, it’s not your imagination…

“I’m having a baby,” she exclaimed.

“We’ve never been so excited and a little nervous all at once. Thank you for all the love and support.”