Lesley Sharp

Lesley Sharp
is one of our most versatile British actresses, having performed in an extensive
and eclectic range of productions across television, film and theatre. This
spring audiences saw her in two highly anticipated dramas: Scott & Bailey,
playing lead character DC Janet Scott; and as lead character Jan Starling in
new family comedy The Starlings. Alongside her successful television career,
Lesley has also made a name for herself in the world of film, and in 1997
starred in The Full Monty alongside Robert Carlyle and Mark Addy. Lesley’s
performance as Jean in the multi-award-winning hit earned her a BAFTA nomination
for Best Supporting Actress in 1998. Lesley is also widely recognised for her
prestigious theatre work and has performed on stage in a number of critically
acclaimed productions.