Hollyoaks 90s sex symbol looks unrecognisable 24 years after steamy affair storyline as she ditches screen roles to run an acting school – can YOU guess who it is?

Hollyoaks 90s sex symbol looks unrecognisable 24 years after steamy affair storyline as she ditches screen roles to run an acting school - can YOU guess who it is?

As a lifestyle expert with a keen eye for Hollywood-style transformations, I must say that Natasha Symms’ journey from Hollyoaks’ steamy siren Kate Patrick to a blonde bombshell running an acting school is nothing short of inspiring. Her life experience in the limelight has undoubtedly shaped her into the strong, resilient woman she is today.


Among the most prominent figures on the hit show Hollyoaks during the ’90s has undergone a significant transformation and is barely recognizable now, as she shifted her focus from performing to managing an acting school instead.

46-year-old Natasha Symms bears little resemblance to her character, the sultry brunette Kate Patrick, following her recent makeover featuring a fresh blonde hairstyle.

During the peak of her part on the soap opera, Natasha’s character, Kate, found herself entangled in a passionate relationship with Jeremy Edwards’ character, Kurt Benson.

In 1997, Natasha made her debut on the Hollyoaks cast, where she soon earned the nickname “maneater” due to her character’s string of romantic encounters. Previously, from 1996 to 1998, she appeared in four episodes of Emmerdale.

At that moment, Natasha expressed her enjoyment of her sensual act, stating: “I guess you could say I have a bit of a mysterious allure, often referred to as a ‘femme fatale.’ I’ve apparently caused the downfall of roughly two marriages, one of which belonged to the main couple featured in the show.

Hollyoaks 90s sex symbol looks unrecognisable 24 years after steamy affair storyline as she ditches screen roles to run an acting school - can YOU guess who it is?

Hollyoaks 90s sex symbol looks unrecognisable 24 years after steamy affair storyline as she ditches screen roles to run an acting school - can YOU guess who it is?

‘It’s a brilliant character. She unfortunately gets rather obsessed with the married men and she goes a bit nutty.’

One instance, in particular, marked the termination of Kurt’s marriage with his spouse, Ruth – who was also the stepsister of Kate.

The duo had always kept their distance, and it was then that Kate vowed retribution upon joining Ruth’s kin. This rift in their relationship stirred up the nation with an engrossing narrative plot.

I’m thrilled to share that the captivating tale I helped craft has received a well-deserved nod in the “Most Dramatic Storyline” category at the Inside Soap Awards. It’s an honor to be recognized for our collective efforts in delivering compelling narratives!

In an unexpected turn of events, Kate reconnected with her long-lost twin brother Joe following many years apart, and gradually, they found themselves developing romantic sentiments towards one another.

In a touching moment, the siblings exchanged a loving kiss, but no matter how hard he tried, Joe found it impossible to suppress his emotional bond with his sibling.

In 1999, due to the challenges she faced coping with her brother’s disturbing advances, Kate ultimately chose to leave the village behind.

During her prime on Hollyoaks, Natasha was consistently popular among men’s magazines, and even though she continues to work within the industry, she now manages an acting school.

Hollyoaks 90s sex symbol looks unrecognisable 24 years after steamy affair storyline as she ditches screen roles to run an acting school - can YOU guess who it is?
Hollyoaks 90s sex symbol looks unrecognisable 24 years after steamy affair storyline as she ditches screen roles to run an acting school - can YOU guess who it is?

Her school caters for all ages, and in a post on Facebook earlier this year, she offered first sessions for just £10.

Previously, Hollyoaks aired five episodes each week. However, last week marked the start of a significant change in its broadcasting schedule, reducing the number of episodes to only three per week.

The series is planning to advance a full year ahead, resulting in the regretful dismissal of 20 actors as part of Channel 4’s ongoing budget reductions.

According to their statement, they are implementing this change since it represents the most effective approach to maintain interest among existing Heartland viewers and draw in new ones, as suggested by data from Channel 4, in an extremely competitive media landscape teeming with content.

It’s asserted that the data from their study suggests that typical soap viewers tune in to around three episodes every week.

As a dedicated follower, I’m thrilled to be part of the team behind Lime Pictures, where Kate Little and Claire Poyser have shared that we’re delighted about Hollyoaks leading Channel 4’s digital-first strategy. Our new streaming-first model is thriving, and it’s a privilege to produce authentic, surprising, and previously untold stories that resonate with our younger audience in the way they prefer to consume content.

It appears that changes are needed in how we produce Hollyoaks. While we’re excited about the promising outlook for the show and its viewers, it’s crucial to note that a decrease in both cast and crew could prove challenging. We’ll do our best to assist everyone during this transition.

The budget cuts have forced Channel 4 bosses to carry out a mass axing of cast and crew.

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2024-09-18 17:34

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