Connie Powney (born May 1983) is a British actress. She is best known for playing the role of Sophie Burton in the Channel 4 television series Hollyoaks. She has a twin sister, Cassie, who also appeared on the programme.[1][2]

Connie Powney
Born (1983-05-22) 22 May 1983 (age 43)
Eastbourne, England
OccupationActress
Years active2002–present
Children1

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Powney played the role of Sophie Burton in the soap opera Hollyoaks, alongside her sister Cassie (who played Mel Burton).

As an actor, Connie appeared in several twin roles with Cassie, including a twin role in the 2003 film What a Girl Wants which also starred Amanda Bynes.

She was nominated for the Best Actress Award at the 2006 British Soap Awards but lost out to Lacey Turner.

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2002Dalziel and PascoeTwin 12 episodes
2003What A Girl WantsPear Orwood [3]
2003–2006HollyoaksSophie BurtonRegular role
2006Hollyoaks: Back from the DeadSophie Burton
2013CrackanoryZoe Two1 episode

References

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  1. "Honours for the young achievers". Liverpool Echo. 19 November 2005. Retrieved 18 December 2025 via ProQuest.
  2. Haywood-Schiefer, Louise (2 February 2024). "'I accept myself for who I am': people at 40 on what life has taught them so far". The Guardian. Retrieved 18 December 2025.
  3. Johnson, Malcolm (4 April 2003). "ENGAGING BYNES MAKES `GIRL WANTS' ENJOYABLE". Hartford Courant. Retrieved 18 December 2025 via ProQuest.
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