TOWIE's Ricky Rayment's dating history as he confirms romance with Coronation Street star

Celebrity Big Brother viewers were left flocking to social media as there was a detail about Colson Smith they 'couldn't believe'. The actor was revealed as one of the famous faces taking part in the reality show as he swapped the cobbles for the iconic house.

Coronation Street star Colson Smith is well known among soap fans for playing Craig Tinker - or PC Craig Tinker to give him his full title - on the cobbles. The actor joined the ITV soap back in 2011 and he has viewers to thank for his continued stint in the show, now in its 13th year.

She’s been popping up on Coronation Street since 2021, and now, actress Vicky Myers reveals her character DS Lisa Swain will be back on a permanent basis, as she’s been promoted to a regular character. DS Swain has a big case on her hands – the disappearance and suspected murder of Lauren Bolton, played by Cait Fitton. “I was contracted to do eight episodes, so this is really quite something,” says Vicky.

Over the last few decades, we've seen many Coronation Street stars go on to dominate Hollywood - and now Sam Retford is the latest to do exactly that.The actor, who is best known for playing Curtis Delamere in the soap, is playing a starring role in Outlander prequel Blood of My Blood.The 24-year-old will play a young Dougal MacKenzie - who was portrayed by Graham McTavish in the original series - in the spin-off, which has begun filming in Glasgow. Sam is one of four new actors joining the prequel, which tells the story of the parents of Sam Heughan's character Jamie as well as Caitriona Balfe's character Claire's parents.

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A Coronation Street star has admitted she's 'gutted' as Tracy Barlow and Steve McDonald's marriage came crashing down. As viewers of the ITV soap know, Tracy has been having an affair with retired footballer Tommy Orpington.

Coronation Street actor Colson Smith is reportedly set to enter the Celebrity Big Brother house when the show relaunches on ITV in March 2024. The 25 year old actor, who has played Craig Tinker on the soap for 13 years, is said to have impressed ITV bosses during discussions about CBB, and will now star on the show, which kicks off on Monday, 4 March.

This Morning presenter Rochelle Humes was left stunned on Monday's show during a chat with Coronation Street star Luca Toolan after realising who his dad was live on air.

Katie Price hit the town this week for another night out with close pal Chloe Ferry, posing for a snap alongside the Geordie Shore star as she shared an insight into the evening with her 2.6M Instagram followers. It's the latest in a string of wild nights for Katie and Chloe, who began to form a close bond earlier this year. For the evening, former glamour model Katie, 45, donned a blue and red oversized baseball top with matching knee high boots.

Coronation Street's Matt Milburn, who plays Tommy Orpington, is reportedly leaving the soap, causing heartbreak as his character's spicy affair with Tracy McDonald (Kate Ford) continues. Kevin Webster, portrayed by Michael Le Vell, revealed that the former Weatherfield County player - now a painter and director - will be saying goodbye to the cobbles for Spain next week.

Coronation Street star Katie McGlynn and her new beau Ricky Rayment enjoyed a loved-up night on the town this week. The couple dressed up to the nines for a romantic trip to see a musical show at The Lowry Theatre in Manchester city centre. Katie, 30, and TOWIE star Ricky, 33, attended the critically-acclaimed new production of Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula The Sea Witch, which has already become a sell-out success all around the country.

John Savident was responsible for some of Coronation Street's most memorable moments as the loud-talking but much-loved Fred Elliott. It was sadly announced on Friday (February 23) that the actor had died aged 86, almost 20 years after he last appeared on the cobbles.

Coronation Street's Alan Halsall has been keeping busy following his reported split from co-star girlfriend, Tisha Merry.The pair, who met on the set of the popular ITV soap, went public with their relationship in May 2019 after months of rumours. However, Alan, who has played Tyrone Hobbs since 1998, and Tisha, who portrayed Steph Britton from 2013 to 2018, have reportedly decided to part ways. Alan, 41, hasn't spoken about the alleged break-up yet, but he's been distracting himself with some retail therapy.

Coronation Street star Will Mellor has confirmed he has finished his filming for the ITV soap after returning as Harvey Gaskell for a dramatic storyline. But now the soap star, 47, has teased his shock exit and revealed that he's already filmed his final scenes for the cobbles, which will air in the coming months.

Coronation Street star Antony Cotton has admitted he "burst out crying" while filming scenes for the ITV soap.The soap star opened up about his character Sean Tully's current storyline surrounding his son Dylan bullying Liam Connor. Antony, 48, appeared on Good Morning Britain on Thursday, 22 February alongside co-star Liam McCheyne, 17, who portrays Dylan in the soap. Recent episodes of Corrie showed Sean finding out Dylan had been bullying Liam (Charlie Wrenshall) with Mason Radcliffe (Luca Toolan).

Katie McGlynn has shared a sweet photo as she enjoyed a romantic date night with her boyfriend Ricky Rayment.The former Coronation Street actress took to Instagram to share a photo of the pair looking cosy outside of the Pircio Restaurant. Posing for a photo, former TOWIE star Ricky wrapped an arm around Katie as she held a red rose.

Coronation Street fans may be more used to seeing her in the Rovers Return these days, but Jodie Prenger is preparing to return to musical theatre this week for a very special role. Jodie, known for her powerhouse vocals, will be taking on the role of Mama Rose in Gypsy at Manchester Opera House at the weekend.

Ricky Gervais has paid tribute to The Office co-star Ewen MacIntosh after it was confirmed he has died aged 50. The actor and comedian is probably best known for having appeared in Ricky's hit sitcom The Office as Keith from its first series in 2001.

Coronation Street star Millie Gibson appeared downcast as she was spotted for the first time since she was axed from Doctor Who.

Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor has stunned her co-stars as she declared having the 'time of her life' with her famous daughter. The actress joined Bridgerton star Phoebe at the recent BAFTA Film Awards as she was up for a gong.