Denise Welch has landed a surprising new TV role as host of a new true crime series.
The Geordie actress, who has often spoken about her love for true crime documentaries on Loose Women, will presenter Survivors on the CRIME+INVESTIGATION channel.
Survivors with Denise Welch, which launches on April 19, explores what it means to live with the trauma of enduring and surviving horrific crimes and the incredible effort and courage required to rebuild a life in the aftermath.
At the heart of each episode is the story of someone who has been forced to confront unimaginable horror and yet has lived to tell the tale, with crimes ranging from a vicious and unprovoked stabbing by a stranger, and a diabolical acid attack, to the victims of a three-hour filmed torture session, domestic violence, and a 13 year reign of terror and abuse.
Exploring each case, Denise meets up with Sammy Woodhouse, Bethany Marchant, Christopher Spry, Kayleigh White, Adele Bellis and Tony Hannington to find out what was going through their minds at every stage of the crime, how they found the inner strength to survive and face their attackers in court, and how the devastating turn of events irrevocably altered their lives.
Every episode features interviews with friends and family of the survivors, and a criminal barrister's expert commentary, to provide a full 360-degree perspective on the atrocious attack suffered by each person.
Commenting on the show, Denise, currently on screen as Trish in Hollyoaks, said: "Throughout the series, there are significant stories to tell, as often forgotten victims can get across the painful and lasting effects of the awful crimes they were subjected to.
"I'm really proud to be part of this series and can't wait for it to land on viewers' screens."
