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Hollyoaks star, 6, lands major film role after being left paralysed by stroke


Avy Berry, who has starred in the Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks, as well as a recent Hollywood blockbuster, suffered a stroke after having the chicken pox

Avy Berry, 6, on the set of Hollyoaks (Image: SWNS) Read MoreRelated Articles Katie Price names the 'true love of her life' - and it's not Peter Andre or current boyfriend JJ Slater There, scans revealed the frightening truth: Avy had suffered a mini stroke and required immediate medication, later undergoing brain surgery in October to improve blood flow. Fearne, who runs the Elm Arts Company acting school, is now raising awareness about childhood strokes and encouraging parents to seek medical advice if they have concerns.

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