Emmerdale actress Claire King has confessed that her fondest memories from the long-running soap was when it aired only twice a week.
The 60-year-old star, who is known to for playing the infamous Kim Tate in the popular ITV drama, has been a part of the show since 1989 and has been involved in several hard-hitting storylines.
But when talking to presenter Richard Arnold at a round table event to celebrate the show's 50th anniversary, Claire admitted that the filming schedule has become rather intense.
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Richard asked: "Because you've been in and out of Emmerdale and it's been a huge part of your life, what are your fondest memories of it. There must be so many to name."
The actress replied: "Oh, I think when we were doing two days a week. Six a week is killing me."
Laughing at her remarks, she continued: "I think in the old days it was a smaller cast, I mean you could go no without seeing anybody for about two years or something, it's just ridiculous.
"But its still got a very good work ethic, we do work hard and I'll say that its still the best soap.
"I've worked on quite a few others and it is the best soap."
Emmerdale's antagonist Kim has often been known for her harsh persona, vengeful schemes and love of money but when previously asked what it is like to play such a role Claire said she often defends her character.
She said: "I’m always asked this and I know people defend their characters but I really feel I can defend her. She’s one of those people who tells the truth.
"If Lydia asked her if her bum looked big in what she was wearing, Kim would tell her it is and to put a longer jacket on. She’s not being unkind, she’s been asked a question and being brutally honest.
"Sometimes you don’t want to hear it but if you ask a question you will get an answer from Kim."
At the moment Kim appears to be caught in a love triangle as policewoman Harriet Finch has desperately tried to convince her husband Will Taylor not to marry her.
But since the storm has swept over the village, Harriet's life could be left in the balance and with Kim failing to help her in her time of need, she could possible get the blame for Harriet's condition.
Emmerdale airs weeknights on ITV at 7.30pm
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