Fans Amazed as EastEnders' Michelle Ryan, 20 Years Later, Looks Timeless

Former EastEnders actress Michelle Ryan, who played Zoe Slater, has shown off her youthful looks in a recent makeup-free Instagram post, prompting admiration from fans. At 40, she appears to defy aging, revealing her DIY beauty routine that includes cutting her own hair with the help of YouTube tutorials. Michelle, who left the show in 2005, expressed that while she has fond memories, she found her role boring and views her time on EastEnders as an apprenticeship. Meanwhile, fellow soap star Tina O'Brien, known for her role as Sarah Platt in Coronation Street, also amazed fans with her ageless appearance in a recent holiday photo at 41. Tina's Instagram posts showcase her youthful look and a close resemblance to her 16-year-old daughter Scarlett, further emphasizing her seemingly eternal youth. Both actresses reflect on their time in the soap industry while embracing new phases in their careers and personal lives.