Ashley Taylor Dawson Biography
Ashley Taylor Dawson is an English actor and singer from Manchester, England. He is best known for his role as Darren Osborne in the British Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks. He is one of the longest-serving cast members of the soap. He has also been a member of pop band allSTARS*.
Taylor was nominated for Inside Soap Awards Funniest performance for his work in Hollyoaks in 2009. For the same role, he was nominated at Inside Soap Awards for Best actor in 2010. Taylor was also nominated at The British Soap Awards for Sexiest Male in 2011, he was shortlisted for the same award in 2014.
He appeared along with Darren Day in a production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at the Palace Theatre, Manchester, UK. He also appeared in a number of amateur productions in his home town. This includes Wilmslow Guild Players’ production of Jack and the Beanstalk in 1996.
For Jack and the Beanstalk, he was nominated for The Barry Phillips Award for the Most Promising Youngster (Male) in the Cheshire Theatre Guild Awards. He also released “Playboy Bunny” on Applique Music in 2014. It was produced by Artful and Lempo, reached #1 on JunoDownload and #54 on iTunes, supported on Capital FM and BBC Radio One.
Taylor loves sports and he plays football, tennis, and basketball. He also supports Manchester United FC and considered a career as a professional footballer. Taylor plays occasional charity football matches with the Hollyoaks All-Stars and owns a night club in Wilmslow.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Age
His real name Philip Ashley Taylor Dawson was born on 11 January 1982 in Manchester, England. He is 38 years old as of 2020 and he celebrates his birthday on 11th January every year.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Family
Dawson was born on 11 January 1982 in Manchester, England to Diana Taylor Dawson. Taylor has not shared much information about his family. He is the younger brother to Catherine Taylor Dawson who is a renowned singer and song-writer. Dawson studied at Ashdene Primary School and Altrincham Grammar School for Boys. He then joined local drama group Scamps at a young age.
Ashley Taylor Dawson And Catherine Taylor Dawson
He and the singer and song-writer, Catherine Taylor Dawson are siblings.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Wife | Ashley Taylor Dawson Kids
Dawson has been in a long-term relationship with Karen McKay. In January 2011, he announced that they were expecting their first child. Karen gave birth to their son Buddy Mac Taylor Dawson on March 23, 2011. Their second child, also a son Mason Mac Taylor Dawson was born on October 1, 2013.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Net Worth
Dawson is best known for his acting in the television series Hollyoaks as Darren Osborne and also from his participation in the famous ALLSTARS* pop music group. Through his acting and singing career, Taylor has acquired great wealth. His net worth is estimated to be $5 million.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Facts And Body Measurements
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Full Name: Philip Ashley Taylor Dawson
Also Known As: Ashley Taylor Dawson
Age/ How Old?:38 years
Date of Birth: 11 January 1982
Place of Birth: Manchester, England
Birthday: 11th January
Nationality: British
Education: Ashdene Primary School and Altrincham Grammar School
Father’s Name: Not Available
Mother’s Name: Diana Taylor Dawson
Siblings: Catherine Taylor Dawson
Wife: Karen McKay
Children/ Kids: Buddy Mac Taylor Dawson and Mason Mac Taylor Dawson
Height/ How tall?: 6 feet and 0 inches (1.85 m)
Weight: 180.78 lbs (82 kg)
Profession: Acting
Known For: his role as Darren Osborne in the soap opera Hollyoaks and being a member of pop band allSTARS*.
Net worth: $5 million
Ashley Taylor Dawson Hollyoaks
Taylor joined the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks when he was 17 years old after getting his big break with the National Youth Theatre in 1999. From there onwards, Taylor has appeared in Hollyoaks spinoffs such as Hollyoaks Later and Tom’s Life.
He then went on to secure the part of Darren following an audition, but soon after left in 2000 to join ALLSTARS*. Taylor has played the character Darren Osborne in Hollyoaks since 1999. Adam Booth originally played the character before leaving in 1997. Osbourne rejoined the soap in 1999 after Dawson secured the role.
Dawson secured the part of Osborne following an audition. Soon after, he left to join the British pop band ALLSTARS* in 2000. He then rejoined the show in August 2003 after the band split up.
Taylor has said about his character that, “I love playing the bad lad. He’s my alter ego”.
Ashley Taylor Dawson ALLSTARS*
Dawson joined Strictly Come Dancing UK pop band allSTARS* in 2000. Sam Bloom who was his college best friend called him up for an audition and invited him over. Byrne Blood Productions (Steps, A1), the management company at that time was then surprised to find that the actor could also dance and sing.
He finally made it in, got accepted and he rose into fame. The duo also shared a flat. Taylor also appeared in allSTARS*’ accompanying CITV television show, STARStreet*. He has been featured in other shows as well. Taylor performed with other shows as well and performed with the band on 80s Mania in 2001. He was next seen on episodes of Top of the Pops. Dawson also made a later appearance on Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Stars in Their Eyes and RI:SE. With the group, the duo managed to score four Top 20 singles in their two-year career.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Strictly Come Dancing
Dawson partnered with Ola Jordan for the eleventh series of Strictly Come Dancing in September 2013. The duo got as far as the 11th week before being voted out.
Ashley Taylor Dawson Movies & Tv shows
2017 – The No Hopers
2016 – Hollyoaks: Bite Sized Recap
2014 – Northern Soul
2014 – Tom’s Life
2013 – Strictly Come Dancing
2013 – Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two
2009 – The Wright Stuff
2009 – Hollyoaks Later
2006–present The British Soap Awards
2001-02 – Starstreet
2001 80s – Mania Performer (as allSTARS*)
1999–2001, 2003- Hollyoaks
Frequently Asked Questions About Ashley Taylor Dawson
Who is Ashley Taylor Dawson?
Dawson is an English actor and singer from Manchester, England best known for his role as Darren Osborne in the British Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks.
How old is Ashley Taylor Dawson?
He is 38 years as he was born on 11 January 1982 in Manchester, England.
How tall is Ashley Taylor Dawson?
He stands at a height of 6 feet and 0 inches (1.85 m)
Is Ashley Taylor Dawson married?
He is married to Karen McKay a British hairdresser.
How much is Dawson worth?
He has an estimated net worth of around $5 million which he has garnered from his career in acting.
Is Dawson dead or alive?
He is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Dawson Now?
He is still concentrating on his career in acting though, his current appearances are yet to be updated.
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