KERRY Katona’s daughter Heidi is in talks for the lead role in a huge new film as she embarks on her exciting acting career. Heidi has auditioned for the part in a Pinocchio feature film and has also “secured other incredible opportunities,” as she embarks on her new career move. Kerry shares her 17-year-old daughter, Heidi Elizabeth Croft, with her ex-husband Mark Croft.

A source told The Sun of the teenager’s success: “She’s already secured some incredible opportunities, including a casting in for a lead role in a Pinocchio feature film, which is a massive milestone. “What really sets Heidi apart is how professional she is. She’s so focused and grounded, even at this early stage in her career.

“And what’s amazing is that she has a young playing age, which gives her so much flexibility for a variety of roles.” They continued: “But it’s not just about her looks or versatility—Heidi has this rare ability to truly connect with her characters and bring them to life in such a natural, authentic way.” Earlier this year, Kerry refused to pay for her daughter Heidi to go to sixth form.

The former Atomic Kitten singer revealed the reason behind her controversial parenting move in her New magazine column. The mum of five wrote: "She asked to carry on her studies in a private school's sixth form but I refuse to pay for that because she's not in school enough as it is and she hates it. "It'd be different if she decided she wanted to go to drama school - I w.