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Patsy Kensit is joining the cast of Emmerdale.

Kensit will play wealthy new character Sadie King - a sexy, powerful and cunning woman who knows what she wants and makes sure she gets it.

Her character will dramatically arrive in the village in the spring and her ruthless nature are set to add a touch of class to the Yorkshire Dales.

Viewers will see her on-screen as Sadie for the first time in May.

Patsy said: "I can't wait to get started on Emmerdale and I've become an avid viewer! I am a bit of a country girl at heart and it is so exciting to be joining, especially at a time when the show is so strong. The prospect of being watched by over 10 million viewers every night is intimidating but I can't wait to get stuck in."

Patsy, 35, has been acting since the age of three and has appeared in over 40 films during her career. She's probably best known as Mel Gibson's leading lady in Lethal Weapon 2.

Emmerdale producer, Steve Frost said: "We're very excited to have Patsy on board and looking forward to introducing such a great character to the show. Sadie will be the envy of women and the desire of men."