'Coronation Street' Natalie Gumede: 'Kirsty doesn't like herself'

Coronation Street star Natalie Gumede has suggested that her twisted character Kirsty Soames may have low self-esteem.

Kirsty has caused a stir on the cobbles since embarking on a relationship with Tyrone Dobbs (Alan Halsall) a few months ago. Viewers have seen her causing trouble for Tina McIntyre (Michelle Keegan) and discouraging Tyrone from spending time with his friends.

Gumede told Loose Women today: "It's so fantastic to play. I think these roles are really rare, especially for women. To get a role like that is really a gift."

Asked how she justifies Kirsty's antics, she replied: "We're still trying to find out at the moment. She's obviously damaged, and there's a whiff of rabbit stew in the air!

"But there's definitely something in her past which has made her very jealous and possessive. I don't think she likes herself very much. I don't think she thinks she's deserving of love."

The actress added that she is often approached by Coronation Street fans who want to comment on Kirsty.

She joked: "The general opinion is that I'm plain evil, I think! Which is fair enough!"

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