'Hollyoaks' star wants period drama role

Hollyoaks star Roxanne McKee has revealed that she is feeling "positive" about her chances of finding work after leaving the soap.

The actress has no immediate plans to quit her role as Louise Summers on the Channel 4 show, but she is already considering a future in film and serious drama.

"I just try to think positive," Roxanne told Celebs on Sunday magazine. "I want to do a period drama - I'd love to be in a bonnet and a big flouncy dress - and I'd like to do a play, because I've never done one before. And a film."

Asked about how long she will stick with the show, McKee replied: "Well, I don't think I'll be there when I'm an old lady, but I'm contracted for a while yet. I'm still enjoying it. I will leave at some stage, though - my family and my home is in London."

Despite winning the sexiest female prize at this year's British Soap Awards, McKee recently revealed that she often feels anxious about her appearance.