Michelle Collins

Michelle Danielle Collins (born 28 May 1962) is an English actress. She gained fame for her role as Cindy Beale in the BBC soap opera EastEnders and Stella Price in ITV's Coronation Street. Collins also appeared in several BBC dramas, including Real Women (1998–1999), Sunburn (1999–2000), and Two Thousand Acres of Sky (2001–2003). Born in Hackney, London, Collins was raised by her Welsh mother and has English and Flemish heritage. She trained at the Royal Court Activists and Cockpit Youth Theatre from a young age. Collins's career spans over several successful TV shows, making her a well-known figure in the entertainment industry.