Love is in the air once again in Weatherfield — but this time, it’s not a storyline! Coronation Street fan-favorite Alan Halsall, known for playing Tyrone Dobbs since 1998, has officially gone public with his new relationship — and fans are buzzing.
Over the weekend, the 42-year-old actor melted hearts by sharing a sweet Instagram photo of himself with his 11-year-old daughter Sienna and his rumored new girlfriend, Ellie Dolan. The adorable family-style snap was simply captioned “Friday ❤️” — but that heart emoji said it all.
If that wasn’t confirmation enough, Alan also reposted a romantic video from Ellie’s Instagram, capturing their cozy day at the races, where she tagged Alan and added yet another heart emoji. It seems the couple are done hiding and ready to embrace their growing romance in the public eye.
💘 A New Chapter for Alan Halsall
According to insiders, this blossoming relationship is serious. The couple reportedly met at Marriott Worsley Park Golf Club, where Alan is a member and Ellie works. A source shared:
“Alan is really happy. Ellie is a great girl and they have lots in common. And she gets on so well with Sienna, which is so important to Alan. Sienna is his world.”
And that might be what’s tugging at fans’ heartstrings the most — Ellie’s bond with Sienna appears genuine, marking an important milestone in Alan’s life as a devoted single dad.
❤️ After Heartbreak: Alan’s Relationship History
This comes after Alan’s split in 2024 from fellow Coronation Street actress Tisha Merry, with whom he shared five loving years. Their separation, while amicable, reportedly stemmed from drifting apart and feeling pressure to make things work.
Before Tisha, Alan was married to Lucy-Jo Hudson (also a Corrie alum and Hollyoaks star), from 2009 to 2018. The pair continue to co-parent their daughter Sienna, keeping her happiness at the center of everything.
🐍 Jungle Life and Dating Revelations
Fans also remember Alan from his brave stint in the 24th season of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!, where he charmed viewers and finished in sixth place. During candid chats in the jungle, Alan opened up about life as a single dad and revealed:
“I love what I’ve got, even now I’m on my own, I love just being Dad… I’ve never done dating apps. I don’t even know what I’d do!”
It seems now Alan won’t need those apps, as love has found him organically — and right where he least expected it
📺 Don’t miss Alan as Tyrone Dobbs — still bringing the drama and heart to Coronation Street every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX
