Hannah Arnold (née Waterman)

Hannah Arnold (née Waterman) is a British actress, best known for her role as Lauren Cooper in the BBC sitcom EastEnders from 2006 to 2010. Born in London in 1975 as Hannah Waterman, she is the daughter of actors Dennis Waterman and Patricia Maynard.

Arnold began her acting career in the early 1990s, appearing in various television series. Her role in EastEnders significantly raised her public profile. She portrayed a character struggling with alcoholism and various personal challenges, which allowed her to explore a range of dramatic performances.

Following her departure from EastEnders, Arnold continued to work in theatre and television. She has appeared in stage productions and has taken on roles in other British television dramas.

In 2021, she changed her surname to Arnold.