Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has spoken out about Bradley Johnson's rumoured exit as Vinny Dingle from the ITV soap.Jennie Buzaglo Showbiz & TV Reporter and Tianna Corbin TV Reporter10:21, 06 Jul 2026Emmerdale actress Lisa Riley has spoken out about the rumoured departure of Bradley Johnson.‌Back in May, reports emerged suggesting the 28-year-old had been axed from the programme after portraying Vinny Dingle for over seven years.‌Vinny, Mandy's adoptive son, is allegedly set to bow out of the ITV soap later this year. When quizzed about her co-star's supposed exit at the 2026 TRIC Awards, Lisa played her cards close to her chest.‌The Emmerdale told the Daily Express: "That's not confirmed. I don't know where that's come from! I can't confirm nor deny. He's my dream."We are like family. We're so close. You can see how much we laugh. We're a family at Emmerdale and we are really happy."‌While fans may be facing the prospect of losing a much-loved member of the Dingle clan, there is some reassurance as Lisa, 49, confirmed she will be sticking around on the soap for a "very long time".She declared: "But whatever happens... I could be going! I'm not, I'm signed for a very long time."Offering a glimpse into her character's future storylines, Lisa hinted that Mandy will grow increasingly close to Kev, portrayed by Chris Coghill, reports the Express.‌Kev was introduced in 2025 as the estranged husband of Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley), the pair having tied the knot while serving prison sentences together.He departed the village in early 2026 but has since made a return following the revelation that his biological son, Lewis Barton (Bradley Riches), had been abducted by a woman called Kylie.‌Offering a glimpse into what's in store for her character, Lisa disclosed that Mandy is initially suspicious of Kev, though she suggested the duo could forge an unexpected connection as the months progress.The I'm A Celebrity star told us: "Mandy is not happy with Kev. She can spot a rogue a mile off can't she? Watch out Kev, the smother mother might be coming out. Then again, with Kev, over time, they could grow closer."Article continues belowHeaping praise on her co-star, Lisa added: "I adore him. Chris Coghill is a genius to work with, phenomenally funny and on his lines so much that you can play with dialogue with him. Doing comedy is an actor's dream. I'm his biggest cheerleader."Emmerdale airs on weeknights at 8:30pm on ITV and ITVX.