Actor Tony Booth, father-in-law of British Prime Minister Tony Blair, has signed up to star in 'Emmerdale'.
The 75-year-old actor will play "mysterious down and out Errol" in seven episodes, which are due to be filmed next month.
The scenes, which will show Errol befriending Bob (played by Tony Audenshaw), will be screened in May.
After striking up a friendship with Errol Bob begins to question his existence, as nobody else has seen him.
Booth said: "I'm really looking forward to filming my episodes for 'Emmerdale' and I think that the scripts are terrific."
"I hope that viewers will warm to my character as much as I have, and be enchanted by his somewhat ethereal quality."
'Emmerdale' series producer Kathleen Beedles said: "We are thrilled to welcome such a popular and respected actor such as Tony to the show."
"He is the perfect choice for this storyline, which is sure to charm and captivate viewers both young and old."
Booth previously starred in 'Till Death Do Us Part', 'The Bill' and 'EastEnders'.
