Then vs Now: Your Favorite Soap Opera Stars Might Be Hard To Recognize
Martine McCutcheon – EastEnders’s Tiffany Mitchell
What were you doing when you were 12 years old? Well, at that age, Martine McCutcheon had already started making major moves on her future career, making her on-screen debut on Bluebirds back in 1989.
Still, the actress rose to fame after appearing on EastEnders, with her performance earning her numerous accolades and more film roles.
Martine is as multitalented as they come, with the television personality not only a skilled actress but also a prolific singer, with several hits like Perfect Moment. The star is one of the few performers who can do countless things, and we can’t wait to see the next project she’s working on.
Letitia Dean – EastEnders‘s Sharon Watts
You might know Letitia Dean as Sharon Watts from the popular soap opera EastEnders, but did you know she’s among the only four remaining original cast members from the show’s first episode? Yes, the star is among the people who started the serial, and being on it since 1985, albeit with some breaks, is no easy feat to achieve.

Gillian Taylforth – EastEnders’s Kathy Beale
While most people think of retirement when they get to sixty years old, Gillian Taylforth is built differently. With over 1,600 episodes as Kathy Beale on EastEnders and several appearances on Hollyoaks and The Bill, one would think the actress would be exhausted from the pressure, but nothing could be further from the truth.

Gillian has done well for herself, both career-wise and financially, with over $15 million in her bank balance. While the star hasn’t revealed secrets to her flawless aging, we hope she will let the cat out of the bag soon as she looks absolutely stunning!
Martine McCutcheon – EastEnders’s Tiffany Mitchell
What were you doing when you were 12 years old? Well, at that age, Martine McCutcheon had already started making major moves on her future career, making her on-screen debut on Bluebirds back in 1989.

Still, the actress rose to fame after appearing on EastEnders, with her performance earning her numerous accolades and more film roles.
Martine is as multitalented as they come, with the television personality not only a skilled actress but also a prolific singer, with several hits like Perfect Moment. The star is one of the few performers who can do countless things, and we can’t wait to see the next project she’s working on.
Michelle Collins – EastEnders‘s Cindy Beale
Michelle Collins is a famous British actress and one of the few people who have appeared in two of the most popular soap operas in the country. She played Cindy Beale in EastEnders and took up the role of Stella Price in Coronation Street, playing both to absolute perfection.

By now, the actress has nearly four decades of experience in the film industry, with countless television and movie credits to her name. Yet, while her peers are thinking about retirement, Michelle is still going strong. She’s certainly not one to let age come between her and doing what she loves.
Helen Flanagan – Coronation Street’s Rose Webster
Any avid fan of Coronation Street either loves or hates the rebellious Rose Webster, and the character is one of the most famous of the entire show. The person behind the exemplary performances is Helen Flanagan, an actress who has won several award nominations for the role.

The actress has numerous Hollywood credits to her name, including Holby City, Lorraine, and Celebrity Antiques Road Trip. While other celebrities find it a bit difficult to juggle between work and family life, Flanagan has mastered the art, and when she’s not on set, the star is taking care of her three children.
Samia Longchambon – Coronation Street’s Maria Connor
While many people know Samia Longchambon as Maria Connor from Coronation Street, most don’t know that she made her debut on the show as an extra when she was only eleven years old. It seems like the star was destined for the soap opera, as she has appeared on it for over two decades.

Samia’s main acting credit has been on the show, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t immensely gifted. The actress enjoys the role she currently has, and since spending time with her family is equally important, she is pretty picky about the projects she chooses to work on.
Michelle Keegan – Coronation Street’s Tina McIntyre
Born in Stockport, Michelle Keegan is popularly known for her portrayal of the character Tina McIntyre in Coronation Street. Interestingly, she got the coveted role after auditioning only twice, and that was her debut in the acting world. Eventually, the English actress became a prominent name in the UK entertainment industry with several awards to her name.

This award-winning actress has also featured in several productions, some of which include Ordinary Lies, Our Girl and Tina and Bobby. In 2015, Michelle married his fellow actor – Mark Wright, after being engaged for two years. Catch more of the stunning actress in the ongoing TV series, Brassic.
Stephanie Davis – Hollyoaks’ Sinead O’Connor
If you are a fan of Celebrity Big Brother then you remember Stephanie Davis, the runner-up of season seventeen. She rose to fame after appearing in Over the Rainbow which landed her the role of Sinead O’Connor in Hollyoaks.

Before landing a role in the Channel 4 soap, the multi-talented actress had guest roles in shows like Holby City, Doctors, and Parents of the Band. In 2020, this beautiful actress released a single titled Lights out, adding songstress to her already successful career. We hope Davis is working on another single or even a debut album because her music is awesome.
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Yet, that’s not to say that Letitia hasn’t had other gigs aside from the melodrama; she has appeared in countless other productions, including Brookside and The Bill. With her massive influence, the actress/singer has even taken up philanthropy, helping raise funds for several charities worldwide.