Hollyoaks at 25: Original star Lisa Williamson on playing Dawn Cunningham

It's a quarter of a century this year since Hollyoaks began on Channel 4. And to mark its 25 years we're making a series of programmes remembering the very early years with some of the original line up. Here MIM's Ashley Byrne chats to Lisa Williamson who played Dawn Cunningham from 1995-1997. 

Please note: There is a brief dose of strong language in this recording so please be vigilant if playing around children. 

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