SAMMY WINWARD UNVEILS STUNNING NEW HAIRDO AFTER LEAVING EMMERDALE
Former Emmerdale star Sammy Winward, known for her role as Katie Sugden, has surprised fans with a striking new look. The actress took to Instagram to share a selfie, revealing her fresh blonde bob. With the caption, “Finally got the chop after annoying everyone around me for weeks,” Sammy thanked hairstylist Olivia Bennett for the transformation. Fans were quick to shower her with praise, commenting on how the new hairstyle suits her perfectly.
Among the admirers was fellow soap actress Amy Walsh, who played Tracy Metcalfe on Emmerdale. She wrote, “Oooog love,” expressing her approval. Former Coronation Street star Kimberly Hart-Simpson, known for her role as Nicky Wheatley, also chimed in with a simple, “Love.” It’s clear that Sammy’s new look has caught the attention of her colleagues and fans alike.
Sammy Winward’s portrayal of Katie Sugden on Emmerdale spanned an impressive 14 years before her character met a tragic end in 2015. Despite her long tenure on the show, Sammy has no plans to return. In an interview with Inside Soap, she revealed, “I get asked all the time when I’m coming back to Emmerdale, and I’m like, ‘I’m dead!'” The actress expressed her relief that Katie’s death provided closure for her character’s storyline, allowing her to move on without the constant speculation about a potential return.
Reflecting on her departure from the show, Sammy explained, “When they told me, at the end of my time at Emmerdale, that Katie would be killed off, it made sense.” She added, “Katie and Andy were properly back together after all of that drama – and I don’t think she would have left him unless she died.” Sammy’s appreciation for the finality of her character’s fate highlights her commitment to her portrayal and the emotional journey Katie went through during her time on the show.
Aside from her successful acting career, Sammy Winward is also a devoted mother to her 17-year-old daughter, Mia. Mia is the daughter of Sammy’s ex-fiancé, footballer David Dunn, who is 43 years old. Despite the challenges of balancing her personal and professional life, Sammy continues to thrive and make headlines with her new ventures. Fans eagerly await what she’ll do next.
