Ashley Taylor Dawson (born 11 January 1982) is an English actor and singer.

Ashley joined Hollyoaks in September 1999. His character, Darren Osborne, had briefly appeared back in the mid-90s played by actor Adam Booth, but hadn’t been seen on screen for two years. After leaving the programme in late 2000 Ashley enjoyed a short-lived career in the music business as part of the group All Stars. He returned to Hollyoaks in October 2003.

When not working on Hollyoaks Ashley likes to spend his time away from the set relaxing with friends and socialising.