Natalie Anderson has joined the cast of Hollyoaks, it has been confirmed.

The actress, who portrayed Emmerdale?s Alicia Metcalfe, will make her debut in Channel 4 soap on Thursday October 24 as the mysterious Lexi.

Lexi is an acquaintance of Nate Denby?s (Chris Charles), and she will receive her first mention in upcoming scenes, when Grace Black (Tamara Wall) overhears her new lover talking on the phone.

Metro Duncan