Alison Rosamund King, born March 3, 1973, in Leicester, England, is an acclaimed British actress and model who has become a household name through her portrayal of Carla Connor in ITV’s long-running soap opera Coronation Street. Before finding fame in acting, King worked as a dental nurse and later pursued her creative passions.

King’s career journey began with a move to Newquay at age 18, where she worked in a surf shop for four years, developing her love for surfing. Her acting breakthrough came when she secured a role in the Sky One drama series Dream Team as Lynda Block. However, it was in 2006 that she landed her career-defining role as Carla Connor in Coronation Street, a character that would cement her status as one of Britain’s most recognizable soap actresses.

Prior to her Coronation Street fame, King established herself as a successful model in the late 1990s, becoming the face of Boddington beer and appearing regularly in Daz advertisements. Her talent and screen presence have earned her numerous accolades and nominations, including British Soap Awards for Best Dramatic Performance and Sexiest Female.

In her personal life, King was previously engaged to Adam Huckett, a sound technician on Coronation Street, with whom she has a daughter, Daisy Mae Huckett. The couple separated in 2012 without marrying. King also had a five-year relationship with former Coronation Street actor Philip Middlemiss.

Known for her dedication to her craft, King has portrayed Carla Connor through numerous dramatic storylines over the past 18 years, including a kidney transplant plot in 2018 that generated discussion among kidney disease awareness groups. Her portrayal of the strong-willed businesswoman has made her a fan favorite and earned her respect throughout the British television industry.

Today, Alison King remains one of Coronation Street’s most valued and versatile performers, continuing to deliver powerful performances that resonate with audiences across the UK.