Simone Ashley is a British actress born in Surrey, of Indian heritage, who became an international star through streaming television. She first gained attention as Olivia in the Netflix comedy-drama 'Sex Education' before winning global fame as Kate Sharma, the leading lady of the second season of the period phenomenon 'Bridgerton'. She has since crossed into film with roles in 'The Little Mermaid' and the racing drama 'F1', broadening her profile beyond the small screen. Charismatic and increasingly in demand, she has become one of the most recognisable young British stars of her generation. Read more