AN ACTRESS from Rhyl has made her debut on Coronation Street.

Kimberly Hart-Simpson made her first appearance as Nicky Wheatley on Wednesday, June 17.

In the episode she is seen speaking to Daniel Osbourne, played by Rob Mallard, at a lawyers’ drinks reception.

On Friday, she will be seen suggesting to the widower 'they make a night of it'.

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Daniel Osbourne with Nicky, played by Kimberly Hart-Simpson. Picture: ITV / Coronation Street

She is expected to be Daniel's new love interest following the death of his wife Sinead, who was played by Katie McGlynn.

Posting on her Instagram on Wednesday, Kimberly wrote: "I have had so much love and support you know - it has been madness.

"Every single one of you taking your time out...thank you!

"For anyone out there right now with a dream in their heart, break the door down - make it known!"

Kimberly described landing the part as the 'proudest moment of her life.'

The former Rhyl High pupil is known for playing Beverley in Hollyoaks and Chantelle in Mount Pleasant.