Since Hollyoaks started in 1995, Channel 4 viewers have seen many iconic characters throughout the years, including many from the McQueen family.
The family have been at the centre of some of the most gruelling storylines and we’ve been introduced to new members of the family along the way.
Although the McQueen’s are known for their no-nonsense attitude and slightly out there fashion choices, the women that play them in real life are much more glamourous.
From topless pool snaps to glamourous night looks there’s no denying the girls in the McQueen family are stunning.
Daily Star delved into the Instagram accounts of the real stars of the family.
Jorgie Porter – Theresa McQueen
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Jorgie Porter, who plays Theresa in the soap, isn’t one to shy away from a daring snap which she proved on her latest holiday.
On a recent trip to Crete with her fiancé Ollie Piotrowski, the 34-year-old took advantage of having a private pool where she was staying.
The actress posed topless in her pool wearing a pair of sunnies as she used her hands to cover her nipples.
In one photo she closed her eyes as she looked up at the sun getting the weather.
Not long after Jorgie shared the image to her 715k Instagram followers, the star announced she is expecting a baby with her partner.
She captioned the video: “Hopeful beginnings.”
Jennifer Metcalfe – Mercedes McQueen
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Known for playing Mercedes in the soap, Jennifer never fails to wow her followers with her beautiful snaps on her Instagram.
The mum-of-one often shows off her incredible fashion outfits from satin slip dresses, night out glam to stylish gym fits.
In one photo, the actress posed for a mirror selfie in a stunning orange dress with a small snake print bag to match.
She matched the outfit with statement earrings, gold rings and wore her hair down.
It wasn’t long before her followers commented on the snap with many calling the 38-year-old “stunning”.
Chelsee Healey – Goldie McQueen
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Chelsee joined the cast of Hollyoaks in 2016 as “tough, gobby and absolutely shameless” Goldie McQueen.
Although the 33-year-old joined the show playing a mum to two teenage twins, in real life, the actress has one young daughter with ex-boyfriend Jack Malloy.
The star often shares glam snaps with her followers as she looks unrecognisable since her Hollyoaks debut.
Chelsee wears clothes that show off her incredible physique as she wears outfits displaying her toned abs and cleavage.
In one image, she blew her fans away with her look for the Royal Television Society awards.
The actress wore a black ribbed bodycon dress that was cut out in multiple places showing her bare skin.
She had a flawless face of makeup as she captioned the series of snaps: “Energy’s are Mad.”
Nadine Mulkerrin – Cleo McQueen
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Nadine has played Cleo in the Channel 4 soap since 2015 and has been involved in a series of hard-hitting storylines.
The star has been nominated for Best Female Dramatic Performance at the British Soap Awards three times.
Although it was announced this year that Cleo will be departing from the show permanently.
The 28-year-old leads a less chaotic life off screen with her partner and Hollyoaks co-star Rory Douglas-Speed with their two children.
Nadine has a more natural style than her McQueen family colleagues and often uploads makeup-free snaps showing her natural beauty.
In one image showing her outfit for a wedding, she captioned it: “Ready to go sweat my lil t****es off on a dance floor celebrating Jess & Michael.”
One fan commented on her look saying: “Naturally beautiful love you in Hollyoaks”.
Claire Cooper– Jacqui McQueen
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Claire was one of the original McQueen’s to join the show as Jacqui who was known for being the “tough and hard” one out of them all.
She first appeared on the soap in 2006 and made her departure in 2013 as she decided she was “ready to close” the chapter and move on to something else in her career.
Mum-of-one Claire is married to actor Emmett J. Scanlan and often shares adorable family snaps of the three of them on her Instagram.
Aside from family photos, the actress shares stunning selfies and isn’t a stranger to showing make-up free images.
In one glam throwback photo next to her beau, many fans commented how much they missed seeing the star in the Channel 4 soap.
One person commented: “What A beautiful picture xx would be lovely to see u both back on Hollyoaks.”
Someone else said: “Miss you 2 guys in HO”
Gemma Merna – Carmel McQueen
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Gemma played the loveable ditzy blonde Carmel McQueen from 2006 to 2014.
Her character died in a dramatic train explosion in the Channel 4 soap.
She may have been off our screens for a while, but it’s been reported that the actress will star in Sky One series Brassic alongside Michelle Keegan.
Now an accredited Mind & Wellness Coach, the 38-year-old often shares workout snaps on her Instagram.
Although the actress isn’t shy from showing off her incredible fashion outfits with a mirror selfie.
In one snap, the star wore a denim playsuit as she informed her followers she was “excited to get back filming.”
Twinnie-Lee Moore – Porsche McQueen
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Twinnie joined the soap as Porsche in 2014 but only was in the soap for one year as she left in 2015.
She made the decision as she wanted to focus on her music and theatre career.
Since she left the soap, Twinnie has released a debut single called “Cool” and continues to make music.
Most of her Instagram posts involve clips of her performing, however, there are some glam behind the scene snaps she got at her performances.
In one stunning image, the 34-year-old posed in a nude pink jumpsuit covered in diamonds.
To add a bit of extra drama to the outfit, the star had feathers on the bottom half of her legs.
She captioned the glam image: “I think we got the shot what a poser, I do LOVE this outfit though. Make up by @_lsmua P.S I haven’t been away took a trip to @thetanexpert @fakebakeofficial”.
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