Hollyoaks actress Jennifer Metcalfe has lit up screens in her role as Mercedes McQueen since 2008.The 38-year-old's long run has established her as a much loved soap legend and one of the most familiar faces in the village.
Having been involved in some of the show's most dramatic storylines, viewers might be surprised to hear that Jennifer's own life has been equally action packed.
From shock splits to becoming a single Mum following a traumatic birth, let's take a look at Jennifer's life off screen... Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.
Jennifer is a proud mum to one son named Daye who she shares with her ex, Geordie Shore star Greg Lake. Jennifer and Greg split in 2020 after eight years together.
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