Every winter, a new set of celebs pack their bags and head Down Under for I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, and thankfully this year is no exception. There have already been a whole host of celebs reported to be joining this year’s cast, and if the rumours are to be believed then we are in for one entertaining season.
On the list of possible campmates is the star of the Wagatha Christie trial herself Coleen Rooney, Love Island 2019’s Maura Higgins and podcaster GK Barry. Fans of the competition will know that there’s always a soap star, and this year it looks like it could be Coronation Street’s Alan Halsall. Here’s everything you need to know about the actor before the series begins.
Who is Alan Halsall?
Alan is an English actor, best known for his role as Tyrone Dobbs on Coronation Street.
How old is Alan Halsall?
Alan is 42 years old. He was born 11 August 1982, making him a Leo.
How long has Alan Halsall been on Corrie?
Alan has been playing Tyrone Dobbs on Coronation Street for two decades. However, he did take a break from the show in November 2023 as he needed an operation to repair a ligament in his knee. Following the surgery, he posted an update to fans, writing, ‘On Friday I underwent ACL reconstruction surgery. I have been told the surgery went really well. I know I have a long 9-12 months of rehabilitation ahead of me but I'm sure with the support of family and friends I'll get there.’
Who has Alan Halsall dated?
In 2009, after four years of dating Alan married his Coronation Street co-star Lucy-Jo Hudson, who played Katy Harris on the soap. Three months later, she gave birth to their daughter, Sienna-Rae. In March 2016, the couple revealed that they were separating, although they reunited a few weeks later. However, in the summer of 2018 they called it quits for good and filed for divorce.
In 2019, he began dating co-star Tish Merry after working together for four years. After five years of dating, the pair split up earlier this year, and Alan has been single ever since.
Is Alan Halsall on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!?
Alan is rumoured to be joining the 24th series of I’m a Celeb, but this isn’t the first time he’s been hinted to appear.
Back in 2019 fans were convinced that the Corrie star would be heading Down Under after he posted an Instagram story captioned, ‘…it’s a jungle out there’ with a winking emoji.
In 2023, he was once again plagued with rumours that he had joined the I’m a Celeb line-up. However, he was reportedly forced to pull out of the competition at the last minute due to a knee injury.
While the previous rumours never came to fruition, here’s hoping that this year’s whispers are a bit more promising.
Does Alan Halsall have Instagram?
He does, and you can follow him at @alanhalsall.
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