Brooke Vincent engaged – Coronation Street star to wed footballer beau Kean Bryan

Emmerdale, Coronation Street, EastEnders and Hollyoaks regulars found fame before they became part of the serial drama world.It is a little known fact that some Soapland favourites used to entertain millions of younger viewers back when back in the day.Several television personalities had their first taste of stardom on shows such as Grange Hill, T-Bag, The Worst Witch and Children’s Ward.Daily Star has put together a list of just a few famous faces who appeared on children's TV before becoming a soap star.Kellie is known to EastEnders fans as Walford resident Linda Carter.She first appeared in the BBC One soap back in 1986 as a bridesmaid for one episode.She later returned as the wife of Danny Dyer's character Mick Carter in 2013.However, before she stepped foot in Albert Square Kellie played Sally Simpkins in 80s kinds' show T-Bag, a TV series about an eponymous witch-like character and her sister, T-Shirt.The show was originally intended to be educational; however, this aspect was dropped after the first series in favour of simple adventure plots.As well appearing in TV shows, Kellie has appeared in her fair share of movies.In 2002, she played Julie in Ali G Indahouse and she portrayed the role of Stefania in How (Not) to Make a Short Film a year later.The actress also tried her luck on Strictly Come Dancing in 2005 with professional partner Kevin Clifton.They came runners-up alongside Georgia May Foote and Giovanni Pernice after Jay McGuinness and Aliona Vilani were crowned winners.Kellie's Strictly co-star Georgia is best known for playing Katy Armstrong in Coronation Street.She played the character from 2010 until 2015 and later went on to appear on the BBC dancing competition.In the same year, she came 98th in

If there's one thing about Manchester, it's glamour. With so many Coronation street icons, reality stars and WAGs here, you don't have to go far to see someone who looks a million dollars.

Coronation Street actress Brooke Vincent has been spotted out for the first time since announcing her engagement. Last week the soap star, 29, announced she was engaged to her footballer beau of six years Kean Bryan. Seen out on a day running errands in Manchester, the star opted for a comfy look, wearing grey leggings and a white T-shirt under a grey jacket as her new diamond ring glimmered on her finger.The mum-of-two went for a make-up free look, wore a yellow scrunchie on her wrist and had a pair of sunglasses atop her head as she jumped in her car.

Coronation Street actress Ellie Leach left her fans speechless as she was seen deadlifting 100kg weights on Instagram.The 21-year-old actress – who plays Faye Windass on the soap – looked worlds apart from her hit ITV character as she was seen in gym attire lifting very heavy weights.Ellie appeared in the footage dressed in a matching black tank top and a pair of leggings as she successfully took on a barbell weighing 60kg before moving on to the 100kg weight. In another clip, the actress could be seen tackling the overhead press as she carried out a series of squats while raising weights above her head.Despite the strenuous heavy lifting, Ellie flashed a smile at the camera as soon as she was done.“Perfect, beating last week already,” Ellie’s trainer could be heard saying in the video's background as he added: “Every time getting stronger.”The series of posts comes weeks after she celebrated her 21st birthday at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium surrounded by her co-stars, which included former castmate Lucy Fallon and Colson Smith.Ellie looked incredible at her party as she was pictured beside a wall of white and gold balloons wearing a sequinned strapless mini dress with a side train and silver strappy heels.For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here .Waitress Faye was first introduced as a potential adoptive child for Anna and Eddie Windass back in January 2011.The character has been part of some big storylines in the past, including falling pregnant at the age of 12 and keeping it a secret from her family.Ellie is the cousin of fellow Corrie star Brooke Vincent, who plays Sophie Webster.

Coronation Street star Ellie Leach was seen in a different light by fans of her on the ITV soap as she posted a video of herself working out on Wednesday.The actress – known for playing character Faye Windass on the show – looked unrecognisable in a clip posted on Instagram as she she carried out a heavy deadlift during a gruelling training session. Ellie appeared in the footage dressed in a matching black tank top and a pair of leggings with her dark brown hair scraped up in a bun as she successfully took on a barbell weighing 60kg before moving on to a 100kg weight impressively.

Coronation Street star Brooke Vincent and Emmerdale's Danny Miller looked almost unrecognisable in an epic throwback snap.Taking to Instagram on Monday night, Brooke, 29, who played Sophie Webster on the cobbles from 2004 to 2019, took a trip down memory lane. Posting a collection of throwback snaps, one of the photos was with Danny, 31, who played Aaron Dingle from 2003 until 2021. In the photo, which appeared to be taken early on in their career, Brooke animatedly posed to the camera while a young Danny smiled.

Helen Flanagan has revealed her three-year-old daughter Delilah has taken after her father Scott Sinclair - with her passion for football.

Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan knows how to turn heads with her epic fashion choices and did not disappoint on Saturday when she donned another stunning look on a fun day out with one-year-old son, Charlie.RELATED: Helen Flanagan opens up about her breastfeeding woe with baby CharlieTaking to her Instagram Stories, the mother-of-three looked sensational as she went bare-faced for a sun-soaked snap wearing a calf-length midi skirt which she matched with an army-green jumper and white sandals.WATCH: Helen Flanagan reveals sneak-peek into baby Charlie's bedroom"I didn't dress right for the weather," the 31-year-old confessed. She added: "It started off so warm and then got so cold.

Emmerdale has introduced viewers to many iconic soap couples - but did you know that lots of the stars have had off-screen romances too?Despite some characters not even sharing scenes, or becoming romantically involved in the soap, love has blossomed between the cast - with many leading to sweet marriages and children.However, other couples have not gone the distance - with some splitting up amicably, while others have called time on their relationship following shocking affair revelations.As another on-screen couple potentially looks set to be together as Vanessa Woodfield meets her date Suzy, Daily Star takes a look at the actress Michelle Hardwick's sweet off-set romance - along with other Emmerdale stars who have found love on the soap.Matthew Woldfenden and Charley Webb are one of Emmerdale's most famous couples, with their romance blossoming since meeting on set in 2007.

CORONATION Street star Brooke Vincent showed off her incredible Manchester home after announcing that she is engaged to footballer beau Kean Bryan. The 29-year-old actress  shared the news on Instagram after welcoming her second child with the West Brom ace last year.

Former Dancing On Ice winner Sonny Jay Muharrem has revealed the results of his incredible 12-week body transformation. Training and competing for the ITV skating competition saw the 28-year-old in good shape.

Brooke Vincent had a gorgeous glow as she stepped out in Cheshire after announcing her engagement. The Coronation Street star revealed the news on Instagram after she said 'Yes' to her footballer beau, Kean Bryan.

Coronation Street fans were thrilled as they realised that a trio of the soap's former and current stars not only reunited but headed on a mini-break together.

He spent a fair bit of time being one of Coronation Street's hated characters but Corey Brent is back - sort of - as the actor who played him, Maximus Evans, reunited with some of his former co-stars.

Catherine Tyldesley 's former Coronation Street co-stars have sweetly led the congratulations to the actress after she announced she had welcomed a beautiful baby daughter. The 38 year old actress, who is married to husband Tom Pitfield, shared the news on Thursday in a joint post on her Instagram page.

Coronation Street co-stars rushed to congratulate her, with Colson Smith - who plays Craig Tinker - penning: "Oh wow."Her on-screen sister Helen Flanagan - AKA Rosie Webster - gushed: "So happy, love you." While Jenny Connor star Sally Ann Matthews said: "The best news!"Also paying tribute to the sweet pair were Lucy Fallon, Emmerdale's Charley Webb, Ellie Leach and Jane Danson.Brooke first confirmed her relationship with Kean back in 2016, after splitting from footballer Josh McEachran.The pair have since welcomed two children, toddler Mexx and baby Monroe, born last year - whose names were both included in the sweet engagement announcement, written in cursive next to the drawings.Brooke has cited her children for her continued Corrie absence - explaining that she could not make a return while they're so young.She said: "The boys need me at the minute, I haven’t got the commitment in me to say to Corrie ‘let me come back’."Corrie was and is very full-on when you’re busy and it makes me laugh because I know everyone has kids, but I’m like: ‘I’ve got kids so I can’t come at that time.

Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan was left totally heartbroken as she revealed her beloved Nanna had died.The 31 year old star shared the sad news on her Instagram page as she included a series of sweet photographs of them together over the years. Paying tribute to her family member in an emotional caption, the star, who revealed all three of her children had had scarlet fever during an interview earlier this month, wrote: "I loved and love my Nanna so much. "She was an amazing lady and I am proud to be Nancy’s granddaughter.

Catherine Tyldesley has given birth to a beautiful baby daughter.The 38 year old former Coronation Street star, who is married to husband Tom Pitfield, shared the news in a joint post on her Instagram page. "We are so happy to announce that our beautiful daughter has arrived," the couple posted alongside a beautiful black and white image. "We are grateful beyond words and feel overjoyed that our family is complete." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Coronation Street favourite Brooke Vincent has given an honest insight into being the mum of two young boys. Sophie Webster star Brooke, 29, welcomed her first son Mexx in October 2019 and his younger sibling Monroe was born in May 2021.

Coronation Street star Brooke Vincent has shared an adorable picture of her as a young child on Instagram where she looks totally unrecognisable.The Sophie Webster actress donned a cute yellow and blue floral dress with puffy sleeves for the throwback snap.Brooke, who also had a cute flower clip placed in her hair, grinned cheekily as she pointed to the camera, while resting her hand on her mum Nicola's chest.The actress' mum scraped her hair back into a ponytail and wore a white vest top and accessorised the outfit with gold jewellery. Brooke captioned the post: "It was always just us two ."And many of the actresses celebrity pals rushed to the comment section to praise the lovely snap.Sally Dynevor, who plays Brooke's Corrie mum, said: "Beautiful picture xxx"Fellow Corrie star Michelle Keegan added: "Awww love this."And Towie star Lydia Bright added: "So much like your mumma.

CORONATION Street actress Brooke Vincent looks unrecognisable in throwback snap with her rarely seen mum Nicola Anderton. The former Corrie star shared the adorable pic on Instagram.