EastEnders Stacey Slater star’s life with famous actress sisters

Award-winning actress Lacey Turner who is best known for her portrayal of Stacey Slater in EastEnders, has captivated audiences with her dramatic and heartfelt performances since joining the soap in 2004.

Recently, her character Stacey has been at the centre of gripping storylines, including her struggles as a single mother, navigating financial hardships, and a controversial romance with her friend Theo, which took a dark turn when he revealed himself as her stalker.

While Lacey’s on-screen life is filled with drama, her real-life story offers a stark contrast.

Lacey’s real life is more grounded and family-oriented, whose world extends far beyond Albert Square. We’ve taken a look at what her life is like away from the spotlight.

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Early life and family of Lacey Turner

Lacey Turner lives at the North London property with her husband and children, including daughter Dusty -Credit:Getty

Raised in Hertfordshire near the BBC television studios in Elstree, Lacey is the eldest daughter of Bev and Les Turner. She grew up alongside her two younger sisters, Daisy and Lily.

The proximity to the studios ignited her passion for acting, with Lacey recalling how she could see part of the EastEnders set from her bedroom window, fueling her ambition to join the show.

At ten, she trained at the Sylvia Young Theatre School but left after a year, later attending a local girls’ private school while pursuing dance, singing, and acting classes outside of her formal education.

Sisters in the spotlight

Lacey’s sisters, Daisy and Lily, have also ventured into the entertainment industry. Daisy Turner is known for her role as Jenny Houston in the British soap opera Hollyoaks, showcasing the family’s acting talent.

Meanwhile, Lily Turner has maintained a more private life, with limited public information about her pursuits.

Personal life of Lacey Turner

The star tied the knot in 2017 with her childhood sweetheart -Credit:BBC

In September 2017, Lacey married her childhood sweetheart, Matt Kay, in a private ceremony in Ibiza. The couple has since welcomed two children: a daughter named Dusty Violet Kay, born in July 2019, and a son, Trilby Fox Kay, born in February 2021.

In September 2024, Lacey announced that she is expecting their third child, sharing the joyous news with family beach photos and a baby scan on Instagram.

Lacey has been open about her experiences with motherhood, including the challenges she faced with previous miscarriages. In April 2021, she advocated for better support for parents who have suffered miscarriages, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms to provide adequate care during such difficult times.

Life beyond EastEnders

The actress has starred in other roles -Credit:BBC

While Lacey is predominantly recognized for her role as Stacey Slater, her career encompasses a variety of projects beyond EastEnders. During her hiatus from the soap, she appeared in several television series, including Being Human (2011), True Love, Bedlam, and Switch (all in 2012), and Call the Midwife (2014).

Notably, she starred as Molly Dawes in the BBC military drama Our Girl from 2013 to 2014, earning critical acclaim for her performance.

In addition to her acting career, Lacey has engaged in various charitable endeavours and advocacy work. She participated in campaigns such as Asda’s Tickled Pink initiative, supporting breast cancer awareness and research.

Her openness about personal challenges has also contributed to public discussions on topics like miscarriage, highlighting her commitment to using her platform for positive influence.

Current Endeavors and Future Prospects

As the 36-year-old is preparing for the arrival of her third child, her pregnancy has led to speculation among EastEnders fans regarding her character’s temporary exit from the show.

Viewers recall that during her previous maternity leave, Stacey’s storyline involved a prison sentence, and some anticipate a similar plot device to accommodate Turner’s absence.

Others hope for a more subdued departure, suggesting that Stacey might leave to care for a family member, reflecting the show’s ability to intertwine on-screen narratives with actors’ real-life circumstances.

EastEnders airs Mondays-Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One.

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