Coronation Street newcomer Kimberly Hart-Simpson opened up about her sexuality on today’s Lorraine, revealing she identifies as bisexual.
The 33-year-old, who recently joined the Corrie cast as sex worker Nicky Wheatley, discussed the importance of celebrating Pride month with host Lorraine Kelly.
Kimberly revealed she designs her own clothes, and has dressed former Hollyoaks star and pal Jessica Ellis for a red carpet event in a Pride-inspired rainbow gown in the past.
She said: “That was really important for me to do as well.”
The soap star explained that, as a bisexual, the LGBTQ community has a special meaning for her, with celebrations, talks and educational events taking place across the country during Pride month.
Kimberly Hart-Simpson told Lorraine she was bisexual today (Image: ITV)
Lorraine replied: “Love that your part of the community. That’s what we need – more visibility.”
Kimberly also discussed landing her role on Coronation Street, 10 years after she first auditioned for the Manchester-based soap opera.
Recalling receiving the role, she said: “I was on the floor crying, I was literally crying. It’s 10 years in the making.”
Kimberly dressed former Hollyoaks star Jessica Ellis for a red carpet event (Image: ITV)
Her character Nicky regularly features in scenes alongside Rob Mallard, who plays grieving widower Daniel Osbourne.
She said: “Most of my scenes are with him at the minute.
“I knew that I was in the arms of a pro.”
Kimberly plays newcomer Nicky Wheatley on the Corrie cobbles (Image: ITV)
Sex worker Nicky has appeared in Weatherfield as a love interest for Daniel, offering him comfort following the death of his late wife Sinead Tinker (Katie McGlynn).
As for her character’s future on the show, Kimberly teased: “That’s all to be revealed!”
Watch this space!
Good Morning Britain with Lorraine airs on weekdays at 9am on ITV
Source: Celebrities - dailystar.co.uk
