British Soap Operas

Five Fast Facts About British Soap Star Ashley Taylor Dawson

Published by
Shado Saeyang

Ashley Taylor Dawson is a British actor who is best known for playing Darren Osborne in Hollyoaks for nearly two decades.

Along with his career as an actor on a British soap, Dawson is also an accomplished musician. From where he was born and raised to being a part of a pop band, here are five fast facts about the actor.

Who Is Ashley Taylor Dawson?

Dawson was born on January 11 in Manchester, England, but he was raised in Wilmslow, Chesire, England. He attended both Ashdene Primary School and Altrincham Grammar School for Boys. He started performing at a young age after joining a local drama group.

Soap Career
Dawson was cast as Darren Osborne in Hollyoaks back in 1999. Adam Booth actually played the character originally, but he left the role in 1997. Dawson also left the role in 2000 to pursue a music career, but he re-joined the show in 2003 and has been a part of it ever since.

Pop Star Dreams
Dawson auditioned to be a member of the U.K. pop band allSTARS* in the very early 2000s. His college best friend, Sam Bloom, was able to get him an audition and he made it into the group. The band performed on a number of shows, including Never Mind the Buzzcocks and Stars in Their Eyes. Though they only lasted for a couple of years, they did have four Top 20 singles.

Reality Show Star

Along with his career as an actor and a musician, Dawson also competed on the reality show Strictly Come Dancing back in 2013. He was partnered with Ola Jordan, and they ended up being voted out in the quarterfinals.

Getting Personal With Ashley Taylor Dawson
Dawson and his long-term partner, Karen McKay, welcomed their first child, son Buddy, on March 23, 2011. They then welcomed their second son, Mason, on October 1, 2013.

Load more...
Share
Published by
Shado Saeyang
Tags: Ashley Taylor Dawson Darren Osborne Hollyoaks

Recent Posts

  • News

Doctor Odyssey Has a Spicy Solution to the Classic Soap Opera Love Triangle

The ABC primetime soap actually went there... Read More

10 mins ago
  • News

Did Eddie Diaz Finally Address His Sexuality On 9-1-1?

9-1-1 fans weren't ready for this surprise twist. Read More

12 mins ago
  • The Young and The Restless Spoilers

Weekly Young and the Restless Spoilers November 11-15: Abby & Devon’s Shocking Turn & A Trap

Abby and Devon's wedding on The Young and the Restless is set to be a… Read More

1 hour ago
  • The Young and The Restless Spoilers

Young and Restless Spoilers November 11: Ashley and Jill Come Home

It's time for Abby and Devon to wed. Read More

1 hour ago
  • The Bold and the Beautiful News

The Bold and the Beautiful’s Katherine Kelly Lang Finds Amazing Real-Life Fashions

Katherine Kelly Lang had her own fashion show at a local clothing store, and fans… Read More

2 hours ago
  • Days of Our Lives Spoilers

Weekly Days of Our Lives Spoilers November 11-15: Chad and Cat Join Forces for Bold Scheme

Next week on DAYS...Chad Enlists Cat for Scheme. Can he trust her? Meanwhile, does Ava… Read More

3 hours ago