Life after Emmerdale: Soap star Sapphire Elia splashes about in Cyprus with her breakdancer boyfriend

By Jessica Satherley

Last updated at 3:32 PM on 4th September 2011

Her character left Emmerdale last week, so actress Sapphire Elia has been making the most of her time off by hitting the beach.

The soap star, who played Mia Macey on the ITV1 show, was spotted splashing around with her boyfriend in Cyprus.

The London-born 24-year-old is of Greek-Cyrpriot heritage and was keen to get back to her Mediterranean roots to soak up the sunshine.

Tan time: Sapphire Elia worked on her tan in Cyprus by strolling around in a tiny two piece and flip flops

She was joined by her breakdancer beau Michael Worwood, 28, during the romantic getaway in Ayia Napa.

The couple, who both have family in Cryprus, met on the island last year and were instantly attracted to each other.

And it’s no surprise, as they both showed off incredible beach bodies as they frolicked by the sea.

Sapphire’s final appearance on Emmerdale was watched by more than six million viewers.

She had only joined the cast last year but announced in May that she would be leaving.

Splashing about: Sapphire was joined by her breakdancer boyfriend Michael Worwood in the water in Ayia Napa

Poolside passion: When they weren't in the ocean, Sapphire and Michael were kissing in the pool

Elia is said to have some other projects lined up to move onto though and isn’t planning on being off work for long.

She told the Daily Star Sunday: ‘It’s onwards and upwards. I’ll keep you posted on what’s to come.’

Sapphire already has one role confirmed, which is in this year’s Aladdin pantomime at the Hazlitt Theatre in Maidstone, Kent, in which she’ll play Princess Jasmine.

The actress and former model is also well known for her role in musical drama Britannia High.

Young love: The cute couple couldn't keep their hands off each other as they soaked up the sunshine

As a child she also modelled for brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Selfridges and Debenhams before being cast in a number of adverts.

She was also a young Cosette in Trevor Nunn’s theatre production of Les Miserables and has also had roles in Dream Team and The Bill.

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