Who is Alexandra Mardell?

ALEXANDRA Mardell rose to fame when she joined Coronation Street in 2018.

Since leaving the soap, some fans have been left wondering what she is up to now.

Who is Alexandra Mardell?

Alexandra Mardell was born in Leeds on July 27, 1993.

The actress is best known for appearing in Coronation Street.

After leaving school, she studied acting at the Guildford School of Acting (GSA), graduating in 2018.

Alex is also very active on social media, and you can follow her on her popular Instagram handle .

Who did Alexandra Mardell play in Coronation Street?

Alexandra got her big break when she landed the role of barmaid Emma Brooker on Corrie.

She burst onto our screens in 2018 as the secret daughter of Steve McDonald and his ex-girlfriend from the 1990s, Fiona Middleton.

Alexandra’s portrayal of sweet-natured Emma saw her crowned Best Newcomer at the British Soap Awards in 2019.

When did Alexandra Mardell leave Coronation Street?

In January 2022, Alex announced she was quitting Coronation Street after four years on the soap.

Speaking about her decision to leave she said in a statement: “Playing Emma, on the most iconic street there is, has been the best experience of my life.

"Four years have gone so fast.

“Compared to other cast members I still feel like a newbie, which makes my decision to leave all the more difficult.

"But I feel it’s the right time for me.

“I can’t thank everyone at Coronation Street enough for welcoming me and trusting me to tell so many wonderful and heartfelt ­stories.

"And for the friendships.”

At the time Corrie bosses confirmed the door would be be left open for her, should she want to rejoin the soap.

Is Alexandra Mardell married and does she have children?

On April 17, 2023 it was revealed that Alexandra had married her actor partner Joe Parker in a private ceremony in Yorkshire.

The couple, who got engaged in 2021, met back in 2015 when they were studying at the same drama school.

As of 2023, Alex and Joe don't have children.

What TV shows has Alexandra been in?

Coronation Street was Alex's first acting job after leaving drama school.

This means she is still working on her acting portfolio, but did compete as herself on the Strictly Christmas special in 2022.

Away from TV she played Clara in Radio 4 sitcom No-Platformed in 2022.

In 2023 it was revealed Emma would star in the ITV sitcom The Family Pile.