Coronation Street's Colson Smith 'hated himself' during height of weight woes as he confirms romance

Coronation Street star Colson Smith made an admission about life post-Celebrity Big Brother as he settles back into his normal routine. It's been almost a week since the actor finished in third place in the reboot of the ITV reality show behind runner-up Nikita Kuzmin and eventual winner David Potts.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith gave an update after his first day back on the cobbles following his Celebrity Big Brother success. The actor didn't have much time between leaving the famous house and heading back to Weatherfield as he returned to work on Monday (March 25).

Coronation Street star Alex Bain has confirmed that he's returned to the soap's production site as he shared a sneaky snap behind-the-scenes.The actor, who has played Simon Barlow on the soap for 15 years, is set to bow out of the cobbles in the next few months but now he's left fans wondering why he's back as he teased at being 'home'. Since he first stepped foot on the cobbles, Alex has been at the centre of some gripping storylines, including domestic abuse and a dramatic plot where he lashed out at his cousin, Amy Barlow. His character was previously revealed as the abuser with his on-screen mum Leanne Battersby being the victim.

Former Love Island star Samie Elishi has gone Instagram official with her new boyfriend, footballer turned TOWIE star, Harry Lee.The pair had been rumoured to be "spending a lot of time together" but had not revealed their status until now. Confirming the romance, Samie shared a sweet birthday message to her new beau.Taking to her Instagram story, the TV star, 23, shared a snap of her and Harry kissing, to which she added the text: "Happiest of birthdays to youuu [heart emoji]" It comes after Samie's ex Tom Clare was crowned winner of Love Island All Stars, alongside fellow returning islander Molly Smith. Tom and Samie made it to the final of Winter Love Island back in 2023 but struggled to make their romance work outside and split just weeks after leaving the villa.T he pair remained friends and were even spotted hanging out together on a handful of occasions, alongside best pals Claudia Fogarty and Casey O'Gorman.

Celebrity Big Brother fans were making the same future prediction for Colson Smith as he discussed his future on Coronation Street. It also came as he was 'replaced' on the podcast he hosts with his ITV soap co-stars Ben Price and Jack P Shepherd - but just as a one-off.

Colson Smith revealed one of the main worries he has around doing the iconic Coronation Street set tour.

Coronation Street fans have been sharing a problem as it was revealed Colson Smith could make the Celebrity Big Brother final. The actor has ditched the cobbles for a few weeks to start in the reboot of the ITV reality show which returned for the first time in six years earlier this month.

A huge feud erupts in Celebrity Big Brother as Colson Smith turns on a "game-playing" housemate.The falling out comes as the housemates are asked to nominate one-by-one in the diary room for this week's eviction.This sees the Coronation Street star nominating Marisha, with a brutal reason behind his decision. Explaining to the camera, Colson says: "There’s been a couple of questionable things in the house in the past couple of days.

Colson Smith, who is famous for playing the role of Craig Tinker on Coronation Street, has revealed his 10 stone weight loss secrets while in the Celebrity Big Brother house.The soap star opened up to celebs like Sharon Osbourne and Louis Walsh, about how he struggled with losing weight before making certain changes to his diet. During one episode of the reality TV show, Colson, 25, shared that when he was 18 years old he followed a really strict diet which wasn't successful at all.

Coronation Street star Sally Ann Matthews was quick to clear up some false information flying around about her co-star Colson Smith while he's in the Celebrity Big Brother house. The actress has been keenly supporting her fellow soap star during his time in the ITV reality show.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd seemingly sided with Levi Roots when he had his say on Colson Smith's 'boring' drama. The actor has been supporting his ITV soap co-star during his stint in the rebooted reality show.

Colson Smith - better know as PC Craig Tinker in Coronation Street - broke down in tonight's episode of Celebrity Big Brother after he was called 'boring' by Levi Roots. The soap star couldn't hide his emotions during what might seem like a harmless game of Jelly bean roulette but things took a rather sad turn when Levi had to confess who he thought was the most boring housemate. Following Lauren Simon's departure from the Big Brother house, 65 year old Levi said: “If I was going to pick one, it would have been pre yesterday, I would’ve said it would’ve been Colson...” "But it's not because of how he overcame the singing competition, so I'm not going to say that," Levi continued.

Coronation Street's Bill Roache, who plays Ken Barlow, has been given three months to clear his debt with HMRC.The 91 year old actor is reportedly waiting for the sale of his home to pay off the remaining balance. His case was adjourned until June 10. It's not known how much he still owes, but last month it was reported that he had a £546,000 tax bill.

Colson Smith, who stars as Craig Tinker on Coronation Street, heartbreakingly spoke about "hating himself" after "3 KFC meals a day" before he lost 10 stone. During a candid chat with Sharon Osbourne, Louis Walsh and David Potts on Celebrity Big Brother, the soap star reflected on his weightloss journey.

Faye Brookes sounds like a very happy woman right now – and why wouldn’t she be? She declares that life is “absolutely dreamy” after she married the love of her life, Iwan Lewis, and moved to the Cotswolds. Faye, who played Kate Connor in Coronation Street from 2015 to 2019, married Welsh theatre and film actor Iwan, 35, in August last year, only seven months after their engagement and 10 months after they officially became a couple, despite having known each other as good friends for 16 years. Faye, 36, tells OK! , “Getting married and moving to the Cotswolds was the best decision I ever made – I’ve never been so content.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith has exposed two of his co-stars as he was seen practising his nominations before heading into the Celebrity Big Brother house. The actor is among the famous faces who have entered the iconic compound following the reboot of the ITV reality show.

Colson Smith's Coronation Street co-stars have sensed it'll soon 'kick-off' in the Celebrity Big Brother house as they shared their thoughts on his stint in the famous compound so far. Ben Price and Jack P Shephard are keeping the podcast they co-host with Colson going by doing daily reactions to the ITV reality show.

One of Colson Smith's close pals has claimed he was 'livid' in scenes aired during the latest instalment of Celebrity Big Brother. The Coronation Street star is among the famous faces to have headed into the house after ITV revived the celebrity version of the reality show.

Coronation Street's Sue Cleaver has been labelled 'unrecognisable' as she unveiled her new look on Wednesday's Lorraine. The soap star, 60, who has played Eileen Grimshaw on the cobbles since 2000, has spoken openly about her three stone weight loss journey over the years and the terrifying health battles that have played a role. Appearing on Wednesday's Lorraine to talk about her new role in the touring Sister Act The Musical, where she is playing Mother Superior, the actress shared that she has 'come out of hiding'.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith has told what show he can now 'never do' as he sets his sights on winning Celebrity Big Brother. The actor was among the celebrities heading into the iconic house when the series returned to screens on Monday (March 4).