First look at Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe in gritty new BBC thriller

HOLLYOAKS babe Jennifer Metcalfe has swapped the village drama for a gritty new role in a nail-biting BBC thriller.

The soap star, best known as fiery Mercedes McQueen, is set to shock viewers as she dives into darker territory in a brand-new series that’s worlds away from the glitz of Chester’s wildest family.

Channel 4Jennifer Metcalfe has played the feisty Mercedes McQueen in Hollyoaks since 2006[/caption] BBCShe will star in a new BBC thriller due to air next week[/caption]

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