Emmerdale star Mark Jordon has revealed he spent his wedding funds on legal fees to clear his name over an assault charge.
The Daz Spencer actor was found not guilty this week of affray, unlawful wounding and assault after an incident involving a pensioner in a pub in Oldham.
He has now spoken about the devastating impact of the trial.
Engaged to co-star Laura Norton, 36, the pair were celebrating their engagement on the night of the row.
But because Mark didn’t qualify for legal aid, the Emmerdale couple’s wedding fund had to be used to fund his defence – to the tune of five figures.
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He told the Sunday People: “I was at home watching the wedding fund being spent on barristers fees –”
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