Line Of Duty fans know Gregory Piper best as baby-faced villain Ryan Pilkington - the OCG member turned police officer who has been keeping a close watch over DCI Joanne Davidson.
So viewers might be forgiven for not recognising the actor as he was pictured looking very cheery as he took a stroll with his real life girlfriend.
Gregory, 23, is dating Becca Fuller who he also teaches acting workshops with to help other inspiring stars get into the industry.
Fresh from entertaining millions on the BBC crime drama, humble Gregory was seen arriving at a West Midlands church to lead the class.
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