Mitch Hewer, best known for his portrayal of Maxxie Oliver in the iconic British series

Skins

, has undergone a remarkable transformation since his days on the hit E4 show.

The actor joined the E4 teen drama in 2006 alongside co-stars Nicolas Hoult, Dev Patel and Mike Bailey.At 34 years old, Mitch continues to pursue his passion for acting, gracing screens in various roles beyond the realm of Skins.

From appearances in Casualty as Mickey Ellisson to sharing the stage with TV legend Michelle Collins in Dirty Harry to appearing in the musical Never Forget, based on the songs of boyband Take That, Mitch has gone on to have a successful and versatile career.

Mitch Hewer is best known for his portrayal of Maxxie Oliver in Skins
Mitch Hewer is best known for his portrayal of Maxxie Oliver in Skins
The actor joined the E4 teen drama in 2006
The actor joined the E4 teen drama in 2006

While fans may remember Mitch as the charismatic Maxxie Oliver, they might be surprised to learn that he's actually straight. Currently in a relationship with his partner Tash, Mitch welcomed a daughter named Aria Isabella at the end of 2001, embracing the joys of fatherhood.

In contrast to his Skins persona with bleached blonde locks, Mitch now sports a different look characterised by darker, curlier hair and a well-kept beard.

His journey into fatherhood was documented on social media, with Mitch sharing heartfelt moments with his daughter and paying tribute to Tash on Mother's Day, penning: “Happy Mother’s Day. Thank you for giving me a beautiful baby girl.”

From endearing posts calling Aria his "little coffee date" to snapshots of family outings to Legoland and Disneyland Paris, Mitch's Instagram offers glimpses into his life beyond the spotlight.

Mitch is currently in a relationship with his partner Tash
Mitch is currently in a relationship with his partner Tash

It's a departure from his Skins days, which left an indelible mark on viewers as they navigated the tumultuous teenage years alongside the show's characters.

While Skins may have ended in 2013, its legacy lives on through streaming platforms like Netflix, allowing new generations to experience the groundbreaking series that captivated audiences worldwide.

As Mitch Hewer embraces the joys of parenthood and continues to explore diverse acting opportunities, fans eagerly anticipate the next chapter in his journey beyond Maxxie Oliver.

Mitch welcomed a daughter named Aria Isabella at the end of 2001
Mitch welcomed a daughter named Aria Isabella at the end of 2001

Mitch’s Skins co-star Kaya Scodelario recently officially confirmed the end of her marriage to husband Benjamin Walker after eight years of marriage.

The 31 year old actress is thought to have secretly split from her husband last year, eight years after the couple tied the knot back in December 2015, with the couple now formally announcing their decision to end their relationship.

In a joint statement the couple said: "Some time ago Kaya and Ben made the joint decision to end their marriage but continue to co-parent lovingly whilst remaining the best of friends.

“They ask that their privacy as well as that of their children's remain respected as they continue to move forward as a family.”

Prior to the split announcement, Kaya and Ben hadn’t been seen together in public for over a year, sparking speculation among fans that the couple may have parted ways.