She’s played Karen Taylor on EastEnders for the last six years, but it turns out that actor Lorraine Stanley was a HUGE film star before she stepped foot in Walford and has worked with some major Hollywood names.
Prior to starring in EastEnders, Lorraine made in appearances in TV favourites like Call The Midwife, Holby City and The Bill and also popped up on the silver screen.
Back in 2015, she appeared alongside Tom Hardy in Legend, a biopic about the Kray twins, where she played a barmaid at the Blind Beggar pub and she looks totally different to her character on EastEnders.
Instead of Karen’s messy updo and casual look, Lorraine can be seen sporting short, wavy bleach blonde hair and wearing a vintage blouse.
Lorraine’s previously shared a number of behind-the-scenes snaps from the film on social media in which she can be seen with A-list actor Tom. As well as her role in Legend, Lorraine’s also previously appeared in 2010 film Made in Dagenham alongside Andrew Lincoln and Jaime Winstone.
Who is Lorraine Stanley?
Lorraine Stanley is an actor best known for playing Karen Taylor on EastEnders. She’s also appeared in TV dramas like Holby City and Doctors, as well as films including Legend, Suffragette and Made in Dagenham.
How old is Lorraine Stanley?
Lorraine was born on 28 June 1976, which makes her 47 years old at the time of writing.
Where is Lorraine Stanley from?
She’s originally from Portsmouth but now lives in London.
Who is Lorraine Stanley’s husband?
Lorraine lives with her long-term partner Mark Perez. They first got together in 2014 and welcomed their daughter Nancy a year later.
Who plays Karen on EastEnders?
Lorraine has played the role of Karen Taylor since 2017. Karen lives with her former partner Mitch Baker (Roger Griffiths) and is mum to six children: Chantelle, Keanu, Keegan, Bernadette, Chatham and Riley.
Karen’s been involved in some major storylines including the death of her eldest daughter Chantelle after months of abuse at the hands of her husband Gray Atkins (Toby-Alexander Smith).
Was Lorraine Stanley in Call The Midwife?
Lorraine appeared in the first ever episode of Call The Midwife back in 2012 as the character Pearl Winston.
What is Lorraine Stanley’s Instagram?
You can find Lorraine on Instagram at @lorraine_stanley_.