Zöe Lucker

Zöe Lucker is a British actress best known for her roles in Footballers' Wives, Waterloo Road, and EastEnders. Born in 1974, she became famous playing the glamorous and ruthless Tanya Turner in Footballers’ Wives, a role that made her a household name. She later appeared in major British dramas, including Holby Blue and EastEnders, where she played Vanessa Gold. In 2009, she competed on Strictly Come Dancing and impressed with her performances before being eliminated in Week 7. Lucker continues to act in television and theatre, known for her dynamic performances and strong female characters. More on Wikipedia.