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Rhiannon Grace Clements[2] (born 1 December 1994) is an English actress. While studying at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts, Clements began starring in various theatre productions, and went on to be awarded Best Stage Actor at the Spotlight Prize in 2019.

Key Information

From 2020 to 2021, she portrayed the role of Summer Ranger in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks. For her portrayal of the role, Clements was nominated in the Newcomer category at the 26th National Television Awards. Since leaving the soap, she has starred in various television series including Maryland, The Power of Parker and Vera.

Early life

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Clements was born in Blackburn, England. She was born with a foreshortened left arm.[3] At the age of four, Clements was enrolled into dance classes by her mother in order to boost her confidence, but she felt that dance was not right for her, and instead enrolled herself into youth theatre classes.[4] Clements attended Ribblesdale High School in Clitheroe, and ALRA North. At ALRA North, she studied towards and obtained a degree in acting.[5]

Career

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In 2018, Clements made her professional stage debut in a production of The Tempest; she then starred in various other stage productions, including Alice in Wonderland, Wuthering Heights and The Glass Menagerie.[6] In 2019, she was awarded Best Stage Actor at the Spotlight Prize. One of the judges highlighted Clements' performance as a standout from the ceremony, stating that she connected to the audience well.[7] Following auditioning for various roles after relocating to Manchester in 2019, Clements booked a role as Bescot in two episodes of the BBC series Doctor Who.[5]

In 2020, it was announced that Clements had joined the cast of the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks as Summer Ranger, the daughter of established character Cormac (James Gaddas). When Clements' agent phoned her to inform her that she had booked the role, she thought that it would be bad news. She expressed her excitement at joining Hollyoaks since she watched the soap whilst growing up.[5] Months into her tenure, it was confirmed that Summer would be a villain.[8] During her time on the series, Clements appeared in an episode of its online documentary spin-off series Hollyoaks: IRL, where she discussed the representation of her disability on the soap.[9] After her character is imprisoned, Clements announced her departure from Hollyoaks, but stated that she intends on returning to the soap in the future.[10] For her portrayal of Summer, Clements received a shortlist nomination in the Newcomer category at the 26th National Television Awards.[11] Later in 2021, Clements received three nominations at the Inside Soap Awards.[12] Then in 2022, she was nominated for the British Soap Award for Villain of the Year.[13]

Following her Hollyoaks exit, Clements appeared in the Channel 4 comedy series Big Boys,[14] as well as appearing in an episode of the ITV drama series Ridley.[15] In 2023, Clements filmed numerous projects. She starred in the ITV drama series Maryland and the BBC comedy series The Power of Parker, appeared in an episode of the Britbox period drama Sister Boniface Mysteries. Also in 2023, Clements joined the cast of the ITV crime drama Vera and debuted in episodes broadcast in early 2024. She portrays the role of DC Stephanie Duncan.[15]

Filmography

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Year Title Role Notes
2020 Doctor Who Bescot Episodes: "Ascension of the Cybermen" and "The Timeless Children"
The Other One Melanie Recurring role
2020–2021 Hollyoaks Summer Ranger Regular role
2021 Hollyoaks: IRL Herself 1 episode
2022 Death on the Nile Hotel Administrator Film
Big Boys Mad Debs Recurring role
Ridley Jenna Noble Episode: "Hospitality"
2023 Sister Boniface Mysteries Fliss Forsyth Episode: "Don't Try This at Home"
Maryland Lauren Main role
Platform 7 Izzy Main role
2003, 2025 The Power of Parker Bev Main role
2024 Daddy Issues Rochelle Episode: "Normal Men"
2024–2025 Vera DC Stephanie Duncan Main role
2025 Pushers Jo
Riot Women Melissa 1 episode
2026 Patience Zinzi Rooks Recurring role

Stage

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Year Title Role Venue Ref.
2018 The Tempest Prospero ALRA North [6]
Alice in Wonderland Alice ALRA North [16]
2019 The Merchant of Venice Salarina Stafford Gatehouse Theatre [17]
2020 Wuthering Heights Isabella Linton / Frances Earnshaw Royal Exchange Theatre [18]
2020 (2022) The Glass Menagerie Laura Wingfield Royal Exchange Theatre [19]
2024 Underdog: The Other Other Brontë Anne Brontë National Theatre

Video Games

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Year Title Role Notes
2023 Ten Dates Hazel

Awards and nominations

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Year Ceremony Category Result Ref.
2019 Spotlight Prize Best Stage Actor Won [7]
2021 26th National Television Awards Newcomer Nominated [11]
Inside Soap Awards Best Newcomer Nominated [12]
Inside Soap Awards Best Partnership
(with Anna Passey)
Nominated [12]
Inside Soap Awards Best Villain Nominated [12]
2022 The British Soap Awards Villain of the Year Nominated [13]

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Rhiannon Clements (born 1 December 1994) is an English actress best known for her television roles in the Hollyoaks and the crime drama Vera, as well as her advocacy for authentic representation in media, stemming from her congenital shortened left . Born and raised in , , Clements developed an early interest in the , beginning with classes at age four before transitioning to youth and studying drama at level. She attended Ribblesdale High School in and later pursued formal training at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) North in , where she earned a degree in . Clements' career gained prominence with her breakout role as the vengeful character Summer Ranger on from November 2020 to October 2021, a part she secured shortly after the disrupted her stage work. In this role, her was incorporated authentically without defining the character, earning praise for challenging stereotypes in soap operas. She has since appeared in high-profile projects, including the film (2022) as a supporting cast member, and television series such as (2023) as Izzy, (2023), and Ridley (2022). More recently, Clements has taken on recurring roles like DC Steph Duncan in the ITV series Vera (2024–present), starting in 2024, and guest spots in Daddy Issues (2024) as Rochelle and Big Boys (2022). She has also starred in recent projects such as Pushers (2025) on , where she stars as Jo across six episodes, and Riot Women (2025) as Melissa. Her early credits also feature stage work, such as at the Royal Exchange Theatre, and guest appearances in (2020). Throughout her career, Clements has emphasized the importance of diverse representation, participating in initiatives like the documentary to discuss in entertainment alongside activists. She maintains a private , crediting her family—including her mother and older brother—for support, while keeping details about relationships out of the public eye.

Early life and education

Upbringing and family

Rhiannon Clements was born on 1 December 1994 in , , . She spent her early childhood in this northern English town, where the local community provided the setting for her formative years. Details regarding Clements' family background remain largely private, with limited public information available about her parents. She has an older brother and has acknowledged the essential support from her , including her mother and brother, during her development, highlighting their role in nurturing her early inclinations. Growing up in Blackburn, Clements experienced a childhood environment that shaped her initial interest in the performing arts, fostering a natural passion for performance from a young age through local cultural influences. This backdrop in the town of contributed to her early exposure to creative pursuits before transitioning to more structured educational opportunities.

Disability and early interests

Rhiannon Clements was born with a congenital upper limb difference, specifically a shortened left . This condition, present from birth, has been a part of her life experiences but does not define her identity or capabilities, as she has emphasized in discussions about representation. From an early age, Clements recognized the scarcity of authentic media portrayals of disabled individuals, noting a lack of who reflected her own experiences and challenged stereotypes. This realization fueled her personal resilience, encouraging her to pursue creative outlets despite potential barriers, as she sought and complexity in that extended beyond simplistic narratives of . Supported by her , particularly her mother who encouraged confidence-building activities, Clements demonstrated determination in exploring artistic interests that aligned with her strengths. At around age four, Clements was enrolled in classes by her mother to help build her self-assurance, but she soon found that physical performance arts did not suit her due to the demands on her limb difference. Following her time in , she shifted to youth , joining the Blackburn Youth Theatre where she discovered acting as a more fitting passion, allowing her to express herself through character and narrative rather than physicality. This transition marked a pivotal moment, as participating in productions helped her realize the empowering potential of as an outlet for creativity and self-expression.

Formal training

Rhiannon Clements pursued her early formal education in drama through local institutions in the area, attending Ribblesdale High School in nearby . Following her secondary schooling, she built foundational acting skills by participating in youth theatre programs, including studies at Darwen Aldridge Community Academy (DACA) and the Blackburn Youth Theatre. Clements advanced her training by enrolling in a degree program in at ALRA North, the northern of the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts, located in . The three-year intensive course equipped her with professional-level proficiency in core acting disciplines, preparing her for entry into the industry. In her final year at ALRA North, Clements demonstrated her emerging talent by winning the 2019 Spotlight Prize for Best Stage Actor, an accolade recognizing outstanding performance among graduating students from leading drama schools. This achievement highlighted her command of and underscored the effectiveness of her formal training in fostering versatile performers.

Acting career

Breakthrough in television

Rhiannon Clements secured her as Summer Ranger in the Hollyoaks in late 2020, following her graduation from the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) North in 2019, during a period when had disrupted her stage work. Announced on 19 October 2020, the character was introduced as the daughter of the villainous Cormac Ranger, portrayed as a manipulative without any disability-specific elements in her writing, allowing Clements to bring authenticity to the role through her own upper limb difference. Clements debuted as Summer on 25 November 2020, with the character remaining on the show until October 2021, appearing in 76 episodes that highlighted her acting range through intense storylines. Summer entered a romantic relationship with Brody Hudson, which evolved into a vengeful plot after she discovered his involvement in her father's attack, leading to schemes involving blackmail against key figures like and threats that underscored the character's cunning nature. These narratives allowed Clements to showcase emotional depth, from seductive manipulation to explosive confrontations, marking her transition from stage work to sustained television performance. The role significantly advanced disability representation in UK television, as Summer was one of the first major soap characters played by an actor with a visible disability who was not defined or limited by it, earning praise for its authentic portrayal of a complex villain. Clements highlighted how the writing focused on Summer's personality rather than her physicality, contributing to broader conversations about inclusive casting. Clements' performance garnered initial media attention through features in outlets like Enable Magazine and Channel 4's : IRL documentary, where she discussed representation alongside other disabled talents, while fans responded enthusiastically with messages about newfound confidence inspired by her visibility. This acclaim culminated in a for Best Newcomer at the 2021 , recognizing her rapid rise and impact in just her first major television role.

Expansion to film and drama series

Building on her early television work, Rhiannon Clements expanded her career into feature films and a range of drama series, showcasing her versatility across genres from mystery thrillers to psychological dramas. In 2020, she portrayed Bescot, a resilient refugee in the season finale episodes of Doctor Who titled "Ascension of the Cybermen" and "The Timeless Children," adding depth to the show's expansive universe amid its post-regeneration storyline. Following her Hollyoaks role, her feature film debut came in 2022 with the role of the Hotel Administrator in Kenneth Branagh's Death on the Nile, where she shared the screen with high-profile stars including Gal Gadot, Armie Hammer, and Annette Bening, marking a significant step into international cinema. This ensemble murder mystery, adapted from Agatha Christie's novel, highlighted Clements' ability to contribute to large-scale productions while building on her television foundation. Clements further diversified her portfolio with guest appearances that demonstrated her range in science fiction and comedy-drama. Two years after her appearance, she appeared as Mad Debs in the Channel 4 comedy series Big Boys, playing a bold, supportive friend in a exploring life and , which earned praise for its authentic ensemble dynamics. In 2023, Clements secured a recurring role as DC Stephanie Duncan in the long-running ITV crime drama Vera, debuting in series 13 with episodes airing in early 2024; her character, an enthusiastic young detective, integrates into the team without emphasizing her , focusing instead on investigative teamwork and procedural intensity. This role underscored her growth in prestige television, contributing to the series' reputation for grounded character-driven mysteries. That same year, Clements starred in two notable miniseries, delving into complex emotional terrains. She played Izzy, the loyal best friend grappling with trauma and loyalty, in the ITV psychological thriller , a four-episode adaptation of Louise Doughty's novel centered on a woman's haunting visions at a train station. In the three-part family drama , she portrayed Lauren, a key family member navigating grief and secrets following a mother's death on the Isle of Man, alongside leads and , emphasizing themes of reconciliation and hidden truths. These projects solidified her transition to roles with greater psychological nuance, reflecting her rising presence in British drama.

Recent projects and recognition

In 2024, Clements returned to in the role of for the production Underdog: The Other Other Brontë, a comedic and irreverent exploration of ' sibling dynamics and literary legacies, which premiered at the National Theatre's Dorfman auditorium before embarking on a tour, including a run at Northern Stage. That year, she also appeared as Rochelle in a guest capacity in episode two of the series Daddy Issues. Transitioning back to television, Clements starred as Jo Tull-Hogg in the 2025 Channel 4 comedy series Pushers, portraying the boss and romantic interest to the lead character in a centered on a young woman with who establishes an illegal drug empire by capitalizing on societal prejudices against her . She also featured in a guest capacity as Melissa in episode three of the BBC's Riot Women that same year, bringing her sharp comedic delivery to the ensemble story of middle-aged women forming a punk-rock band for a talent contest. Clements maintained her prominent role as DC Steph Duncan in the ITV crime drama Vera, appearing through its fourteenth and final season in early 2025, where her performance as the dedicated yet administratively reluctant detective further established her as an emerging lead in British television procedurals. Amid these projects, Clements has garnered increasing industry recognition for her contributions to disability representation, with post-2023 interviews emphasizing how her breakthrough roles have expanded casting opportunities for disabled actors, enabling portrayals of multifaceted characters beyond inspirational stereotypes. This evolving status is evident in her selection for diverse, non-disability-centric parts across , and stage, reflecting a broader push for authentic inclusion in media.

Credits

Film

Clements's film credits are limited, with her sole appearance to date being a minor role in the ensemble cast of (2022). Directed by and starring as , the film is an adaptation of Agatha Christie's classic mystery novel, set aboard a glamorous steamer where a murder unravels among a group of affluent passengers. In the production, Clements portrayed the Hotel Administrator, a supporting character who assists in the hotel operations at the story's Egyptian locale.
YearTitleRoleNotes
2022Hotel AdministratorFilm; directed by

Television

Rhiannon Clements began her television career with a prominent role in the soap opera , where she portrayed Summer Ranger from 2020 to 2021, appearing in 76 episodes as a series regular. She made her guest appearance in the science fiction series in 2020, playing Bescot across two episodes: "" and "." Earlier, in 2020, she appeared as Melanie in two episodes of the comedy The Other One. In 2022, Clements took on a recurring role as Mad Debs in the comedy series Big Boys, appearing in two episodes of the first series. She also guest-starred as Jenna Noble in the ITV crime drama Ridley. Since 2023, she has portrayed DC Steph Duncan in the ITV crime drama Vera, joining as a series regular and appearing in multiple episodes through 2025, including all of series 13 and 14. Clements starred as Izzy in the 2023 ITV miniseries , a four-episode of Louise Doughty's , where her character serves as the best friend to the protagonist. She also appeared as Fliss Forsyth in the series . In the same year, she appeared as in three episodes of the ITV family drama , supporting the main storyline involving estranged sisters. Clements played Bev in all six episodes of the 2023 BBC One comedy-drama , depicting a care home assistant in a 1990s-set story. In 2024, she guest-starred as Rochelle in Daddy Issues on . In 2025, she joined the comedy series Pushers as Jo Tull-Hogg, a main cast member and the love interest to a central character in this story about and drug dealing. That year, Clements also made a guest appearance as Melissa in one episode of the drama Riot Women.
Year(s)TitleRoleEpisodesNotes
2020The Other OneMelanie2Recurring; series 1.
2020–2021Summer Ranger76Series regular; .
2020Bescot2Guest; episodes "" and "."
2022Big BoysMad Debs2Recurring; series 1.
2022RidleyJenna Noble1Guest; ITV crime drama.
2023–presentVeraDC Steph DuncanMultiple (ongoing)Series regular; ITV crime drama, series 13–14.
2023Izzy4Miniseries lead supporting role; ITV thriller.
2023MaryLandLauren3Supporting; ITV family drama miniseries.
2023Bev6Recurring; -drama.
2023Fliss Forsyth1Guest; series 2, episode "Don't Try This at Home."
2024Daddy IssuesRochelle1Guest; -drama.
2025PushersJo Tull-HoggMain (series)Main cast; .
2025Melissa1Guest; drama.

Stage

Clements began her professional stage career in 2018 with her debut in a production of William Shakespeare's . That year, she also starred as Alice in Alice in Wonderland. While training at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) North, her emerging talent was recognized with the 2019 Spotlight Prize for Best Stage Actor. In 2019, she portrayed Salarina in a production of William Shakespeare's at the Stafford Gatehouse Theatre, part of the Stafford Festival Shakespeare season. Clements took on dual roles as Isabella Linton and Frances Earnshaw in a 2020 adaptation of Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights at the Royal Exchange Theatre in , directed by Bryony Llewelyn Shanahan and adapted by Andrew Sheridan. In 2022, she played Laura Wingfield in a production of ' The Glass Menagerie at the Royal Exchange Theatre. More recently, in 2024, she played in Underdog: The Other Other Brontë, a new play by Theresa Ikoko, which premiered at the National Theatre in before transferring to Northern Stage in for a regional tour.

Video games

Rhiannon Clements entered the realm of interactive media in 2023 with her role in Ten Dates, a full-motion video romantic comedy game developed by Wales Interactive and Good Gate Media. She portrayed Hazel, one of the dateable characters encountered during the game's speed-dating sequences, delivering both voice acting and performance capture to bring the confident, individualistic persona to life. This involvement marked Clements' initial foray into video game acting, leveraging her on-screen presence from television and film to enhance the game's branching narrative choices.

Awards and nominations

Wins

Rhiannon Clements received her first major acting accolade in when she was awarded the Spotlight Prize for Best Stage Actor. This prestigious honor, presented annually by Spotlight to recognize outstanding emerging talent from leading drama schools in the UK, was given to Clements during her studies at the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) North, where it highlighted her overall excellence as a performer across work. The award underscored her early promise in , marking a significant milestone that affirmed the recognition she garnered during her specialized training in dramatic arts.

Nominations

Rhiannon Clements received several nominations early in her career, primarily for her portrayal of Summer Ranger in the soap opera , highlighting her impact as a newcomer in British television. In 2021, she was nominated for Newcomer at the 26th , recognizing her debut performance in . That same year, Clements earned three nominations at the Inside Soap Awards for her role: Best Newcomer, Best Partnership (shared with as ), and Best Villain. Her acclaim continued into 2022 with a for Villain of the Year at , again for Summer Ranger in .
YearAwardCategoryWorkResult
2021NewcomerNominated
2021Inside Soap AwardsBest NewcomerNominated
2021Inside Soap AwardsBest Partnership (with )Nominated
2021Inside Soap AwardsBest VillainNominated
2022Villain of the YearNominated
As of November 2025, no further nominations have been announced for Clements' subsequent roles in projects such as Vera or Push.

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