Emmerdale's Anthony Quinlan says son has made 'all our dreams come true' Emmerdale alum Anthony Quinlan and ex-Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson welcomed their son into the world days before their April 25 due date. 30 April 2026 Anthony Quinlan's son has made his and Nikki Sanderson's "dreams come true". Anthony Quinlan carrying his newborn son out of hospital / (C) Instagram The soap couple welcomed their bundle of joy into the world days before their April 25 due date, and the ex-Emmerdale actor and Hollyoaks actress are excited to begin a new chapter as a family of three.