Coronation Street's Samia Longchambon Shows Off Fresh New Hairdo

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Coronation Street's Samia Longchambon has celebrated a major milestone in her career, marking 25 years on the ITV soap. The actress, known for her portrayal of Maria Windass, delighted fans with a fresh and summery new hair makeover at the hands of Calum Tierney, the stylist behind Michelle Keegan's iconic look. The transformation sparked envy from fellow Corrie star Jane Danson and praise from fans, with many requesting her hair formula.

Key Takeaways:

  • Samia Longchambon has been a part of Coronation Street for 25 years, initially introduced as an employee at Sutherland's Kennels in 2000.
  • She secured her role over other notable actresses, including Kimberley Walsh from Girls Aloud and Suzanne Shaw from Hear'Say.
  • Throughout her tenure, Samia has been at the centre of numerous high-octane plots, with only two maternity leaves in 2009 and 2015 interrupting her time on the show.
  • She recently posted a throwback cast card from her start on the show alongside a recent snap outside Audrey Roberts' salon, commemorating her milestone.
  • Samia's new hair colour was described as 'toffee bronde' and sparked envy from fellow Corrie star Jane Danson.
  • Fans praised her new look, with many requesting her hair formula.
  • The actress expressed her delight at the transformation, stating "So much fun.. and LOVE my new do."
  • Fellow Corrie stars, including Sally Carman-Duttine, complimented Samia's new hair, with Carman-Duttine stating "Soooooo gorgeous."

Statistics:

  • 25 years: The amount of time Samia Longchambon has been a part of Coronation Street.
  • 2000: The year Samia initially introduced as employee at Sutherland's Kennels.
  • 25: The number of years since Samia's character, Maria, first stepped onto the cobbles.
  • 2: The number of maternity leaves Samia has taken during her time on the show.

Sources:

  • Coronation Street's official Instagram account.