Real life of Coronation Street's Gail Platt actress Helen Worth - real name, surprise age, famous first marriage and heartbreaking tragedy

It's not every day you turn 40. And Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien made the most of celebrating the milestone by having a huge party.Tina, who plays Sarah Platt in the soap, looked stunning for the event, sporting a sparkly silver mini dress.The party venue was decked out with multicoloured balloons and a large light-up sign saying "Let's Party." In a 360 video, the beauty, who wore her blonde locks in loose waves, danced and smiled in a solo shot. A later clip showed her cosying up to her husband Adam Crofts, who kissed her on the cheek.

The walls are again closing in on Stephen Reid just as he gets his feet back under someone else's table with a new romance in Coronation Street. It comes as he looks close to being found out after pictures seemingly confirmed a potential exit for the unsuspecting serial killer as one of his victim's bodies is found.

Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has had his loved-up display with his girlfriend Hanni Treweek branded 'super cute' by his co-stars as they enjoyed a PDA. The actor confused fans when he took to Instagram with a sweet video of himself and his stunning other half sharing a kiss at a wedding.

Coronation Street legend Jack P Shepherd has revealed he's 'part of it' as he was quizzed about the downfall of his on-screen uncle Stephen Reid. Viewers of the ITV soap spend much of their time shouting at their TV screens whenever the killer businessman wiggles his way out of being found out for his crimes.

Former Coronation Street star Chris Fountain has shared a moving message with his fans as he marked a year since suffering a stroke. The actor suffered a mini-stroke in August last year, aged 35, and spent five days in a London hospital after waking up at home unable to speak properly.

Since Max Turner was first introduced in Coronation Street all the way back in 2010, the plucky young son of Kylie and David Platt has been at the heart of a number of high profile storylines over the years. Growing up in foster care, Max had struggled with a far from conventional life, with his own mother having even previously sold him to his aunt Becky McDonald for £20,000.

Coronation Street's notorious serial killer Stephen Reid could finally get what's coming to him in as newly released pictures show a murder crime scene. Actors Sally Dynevor, Paula Wilcox, David Campbell and Helen Worth were spotted filming the crime scene in Manchester, while actor Joe Duttine, who plays Tim Metcalfe, stumbled upon a box underwater which had a hand in it.Then, when policeman Craig Tinker takes a closer look, he discovers that a human body has been dumped in the canal. Now, the audience already know that Stephen killed Teddy Thompkins, but Coronation Street residents are none the wiser.

Time flies by as a soap fan-favourite celebrated a big milestone birthday this week.Tina O'Brien has been a familiar face on Coronation Street since she was just sweet 16, joining in 1999, as Sarah Platt but as quick as a flash the blonde actress has turned 40. Growing up on our screens, the star has brought us countless incredible storylines including the coverage of hard hitting topics like teenage pregnancy, through to defending her daughter after she was the victim of abuse.This week on-set her on-screen family and friends couldn't resist celebrating her big 4-0 in style with a beautiful array of flowers including massive sunflowers and fluffy pink peonies.

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien has left one fan asking 'is this a joke?' as she appeared to get emotional on set with her 'Platt fam'. The actress recently celebrated her 40th birthday but despite the occasion, it was business as usual as she headed to work.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith, known for his role as Craig Tinker on the cobbles, has opened up to his fans in a post on social media where he admitted he has a huge fear of ageing ahead of him turning 25 this weekend.

Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien appears to have 'confirmed' Lucy Fallon's return to the cobbles with a telling message after her birthday. The actress celebrated her 40th earlier this week and her former on-screen daughter was among those to publicly send her birthday wishes.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith appears to have revealed his fear of ageing as he told fans 'I'm not okay' ahead of his birthday this weekend. The actor took to Instagram with a selfie when he shared that he'll be celebrating another trip around the sun on Sunday (August 13).

Former Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon was among those sending birthday messages to Tina O'Brien as she celebrated a milestone birthday. The actress turned 40 on Monday (August 7) with her age often causing a shock for fans who have watched her grow on-screen since she was 16 as Sarah Platt.

Coronation Street fans have said they were left 'broken' by a two-word message featured right at the end of the latest episode. It was somewhat of a vintage episode of the ITV soap on Monday night (August 7) as the Weatherfield residents packed out the Rovers Return.

Coronation Street Anita Carey has died at the age of 75, following a 13 year battle with breast cancer.The actress played both Brenda Summers and Joyce Smedley in the ITV soap, in roles that were two decades apart. She also appeared in Doctors as Vivian March, but sadly died on 19 July, reports The Guardian. Anita was born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, in 1946 and began her career performing in British comedy series including I Didn't Know You Cared, in the 1970s.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith was praised by co-stars and fans as he celebrated a special milestone.

One Coronation Street legend is reportedly set to return to the cobbles three years after quitting. Lucy Fallon, who played Bethany Platt in the ITV soap, is said to be returning to the show "after Christmas." Lucy, 27, will start filming in the coming months ahead of her on-screen return later in the year, according to The Sun. She left Weatherfield in 2020 after five years when Bethany took a magazine internship in London.

Coronation Street's Ryan Thomas has left fans stunned after sharing a rare picture of his eldest daughter on social media.

Former Coronation Street star Mollie Gallagher has stunned her fans on Instagram after posting a selfie in which she looked worlds apart from her soap alter-ego.The actress, 25, who plays Nina Lucas in the ITV soap, posted a series of snaps and in one was seen alongside a 'big cutie'. In the first picture, Mollie was seen looking gorgeous as she dressed up in a matching red crop top and skirt with a full face of more natural-toned makeup.

A Netherlands-inspired 'care village' which will allow residents to move between homes has been given the green light by Wigan Council.