The Story of Tracy Beaker "The Story of Tracy Beaker" was adapted into a musical, featuring Sarah Churm as Tracy Beaker. The Story of Tracy Beaker The Story of Tracy Beaker is a British children's book first published in 1991, written by Jacqueline Wilson and illustrated by Nick Sharratt. The book is told from the point of view of Tracy Beaker, a troubled ten-year-old girl. The reason Tracy is often unhappy and has problems with her behaviour because she is lonely, frustrated and feels unloved. Tracy resides in a children's residential care home (nicknamed "The Dumping Ground") where she has been placed as a result
Dani Harmer Dancing", in 2012. She was paired up with Vincent Simone and the couple succeeded in reaching the grand final. Dani Harmer Danielle Jane Harmer (born 8 February 1989) is a British actress, television presenter and former singer who is best known for her portrayal as Tracy Beaker in the CBBC programmes "The Story of Tracy Beaker", "Tracy Beaker Returns" and "Tracy Beaker Survival Files" from 2002 to 2012. She also appeared in the BBC sitcom, "After You've Gone". In 2018, Harmer reprised her role as Tracy Beaker in the Dumping Ground - the fourth spinoff series of The Story of