Leslie, a talented individual, embarked on her professional journey at the tender age of four, landing a television commercial role for Fairy Washing up liquid, where she famously uttered the phrase "Mummy, why are your hands so soft?" This early exposure to the entertainment industry sparked her interest in modeling, which would later transition into acting.
As her acting career progressed, Leslie was offered a part in the 1979 film "Quadrophenia," marking a significant milestone in her development as a thespian. Her subsequent marriage to actor Lee Chapman further solidified her connection to the world of entertainment.
Together, the couple welcomed two sons, Joseph, born in 1990, and Max, born in 1993. Leslie's family life is also intertwined with her professional pursuits, as her sister, Debbie Ash, a former "Hot Gossip" dancer, collaborated with her on the 1978 film "Rosie Dixon - Night Nurse," playing the roles of sisters.