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Rita Simons
Rita Joanne Simons (born 10 March 1977) is an English actress and singer.
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She is best known for portraying the role of Roxy Mitchell in the BBC soap opera EastEnders from 2007 to 2017, when her character was killed off, alongside her on screen character's sister Ronnie Mitchell (Samantha Womack).
For her performance on the show Simons received many accolades, including the 2008 National Television Award for Most Popular Newcomer.
Early life
[change | change source]Simons was born on 10 March 1977 at Whipps Cross University Hospital in Whipps Cross, Leytonstone, London to Susan (née Franks) and Mark Simons.[1] Both of her parents are Jewish.
She has an older brother, Ben. Through her paternal aunt's marriage, Simons is the niece of billionaire businessman Lord Sugar.[2]
Career
[change | change source]Music career and early acting work
[change | change source]Before her acting career, Simons was in the group Girls@Play, who had a co