Olivia Bromley, known for portraying Dawn Fletcher on Emmerdale, reveals a surprising twist behind the scenes. Amidst storylines and heartfelt performances, Olivia’s bond with her on-screen children has sparked a newfound maternal feeling. She shares how her time with three of them has unexpectedly made her feel like a real mum. Beyond the drama, Olivia also shines in the soap’s musical circle. Keep scrolling for more!
Emmerdale Star Olivia Bromley Gives Insights Into Her Off-Camera Life
Dawn Fletcher is going through a tough time as a mom of three. However, this storyline has unexpectedly affected the actress Olivia Bromley- it has made her feel like she is super ‘broody.’ Even though she doesn’t have kids yet, Olivia says hanging out with her on-screen children makes her feel like a real mom.
She confessed, “I do feel like a mum! Especially with ‘my’ youngest – Malachi [McKenzie], who plays baby Evan.” In the soap, Dawn’s older children, Lucas and Clemmie, portrayed by child stars Noah Ryan Aspinall, aged eight, and Mabel Addison, aged eleven, have a deep fondness for Olivia.
They often bring her homemade presents and artwork. Olivia mentions that her fridge at home is adorned with all those. She also expresses emotions about working with the actual baby, Malachi, mainly when filming hospital scenes. Although the star is in a relationship, she prefers to keep her partner out of the spotlight.
Let us tell you that since joining the soap in 2017, Olivia likes to unwind by jamming with Emmerdale’s band. She describes it as a lot of fun, with many cast members joining in and contributing to the lively atmosphere. The band frequently performs at charity events.
According to the soap star, many cast members are musically inclined, either as vocalists or instrumentalists. She highlights that Dean Andrews is renowned for his singing. The actress even humorously compares their musical group to the Von Trapps.
Additionally, the band includes Bradley Johnson, Lawrence Robb, and Katie Hill, with Dominic Brunt occasionally joining on the mandolin and bass. Besides belting out tunes with her co-stars like Amy Walsh and Tony Audenshaw, Olivia fronts her own band, Damsen. Their music is all about that relaxed, guitar-driven vibe.
Olivia Finds Her Ongoing Plot Very ‘Emotional’
The soap actress shares that after their long, the cast often relieves tension by attending HIIT classes at the gym. She explains that she, Natalie, and Amy find it a great way to unwind from work stress. She adds that many of them relocated for their roles, strengthening their bonds.
The star reflects on how fortunate they are to experience the countryside ambience at work. She contrasts this with her upbringing in south Manchester, where her love for performing developed against the odds. With no family background in acting, she pursued music at Bristol University and later attended the Oxford School of Drama.
After graduation, she moved to London and got into fringe theatre. Her entry into the Dales surprised colleagues who were fans of the show. With time, Olivia became swiftly immersed in the show’s storylines alongside her on-screen husband Billy (Jay Kontzle).
She described their relationship as sibling-like, with frequent bickering. Despite this, they collaborate well on scenes and make a strong team. Their bond was tested during a challenging storyline, during which they met with real-life parents of children with leukaemia to ensure accuracy and sensitivity.
Bromley states, “We just really want to do it justice for the parents who are really going through this.” She admits to finding the plot very emotional. Additionally, she expressed gratitude for the support of her fellow cast members like Ash Palmisciano, Amy Walsh, and Dean.
Olivia acknowledged the cliché but true sentiment of the cast being like a family. For more such behind-the-camera Emmerdale updates, stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily! Also, we will have to see how Dawn and Billy navigate through their biggest challenge yet. So, are you excited?