Coronation Street ’s Alex Bain has come a long way since joining the cast back in 2008. Born in Lancashire, Alex initially appeared in a Rice Krispies advertisement before transitioning to television.
One of his significant early career moments was starring alongside Steve Coogan in the BBC drama Sunshine, which aired for one season in 2008.
Having been a part of Coronation Street for 13 years, Alex's character, Simon Barlow, has grappled with a series of harrowing storylines over the years.
From enduring bullying to anger issues, he's had his fair share of on-screen challenges. However, it's not just his acting career that has made headlines.
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