Denise Van Outen, born on May 27, 1974, is a British actress known for her performances in musicals and television shows. She gained widespread recognition for her role as Roxie Hart in the musical 'Chicago' in the early 1990s. Van Outen began her acting career in the 1990s and became a household name in the UK with her role as Stacey Branning in the television series 'EastEnders'.
