Coronation Street’s Antony Cotton, who plays Sean Tully on the cobbles, celebrated his birthday earlier this week – and fans were left stunned when they realised his real age
Coronation Street’s Antony Cotton, who plays Sean Tully on the cobbles, celebrated his birthday earlier this week
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Coronation Street’s very own Sean Tully, played by Antony Cotton, left fans gobsmacked this Tuesday as he celebrated a landmark birthday.
Antony has been a familiar face on the cobbles since 2003, captivating audiences with his character’s dramatic storylines.
This week, on Tuesday 5 August, Antony was showered with love and birthday wishes from his Corrie co-stars, as he hit the big 50.
Lisa George (Beth Tinker), Samia Longchambon (Maria Connor), and Sally Dynevor (Sally Metcalfe) were among those who posted heartfelt tributes to the soap star.
Taking to Instagram, an emotional Antony expressed his gratitude for the outpouring of birthday messages: “Thank you for the 1000s of messages and posts and birthday references I’ve had today.”, reports Leicestershire Live.
“I’ve spent the day in the place I first walked in to 23 years ago – Weatherfield. Thank you to my @coronationstreet family for a really lovely day in the Rovers.
“Tomorrow I travel up to Harrogate to be an inspecting officer at army foundation college, which is always one of the highlights of my year.
“Sometimes life is hard, it seems the world is going mad, more than ever, but I feel so lucky to have my family tribe, my Corrie tribe and my military tribe. Life is so much better when we share the load and travel the unsure paths together.”
Posting a picture of his Coronation Street dressing room covered in 50 signs, he added: “Thank you to @tonymaudsley1 for this welcome on my dressing room door this morning. He adores me. Unconditionally.”
Soap enthusiasts took to social media to send their birthday wishes to Antony, many expressing surprise at his milestone age given his youthful appearance.
One fan exclaimed: “Happy birthday; you look marvellous. I’d never had of guessed you are 50! Enjoy your day.”
Another follower commented: “Happy birthday To a very young looking Anthony have a great day and many more.”
While another soap fan added: “Happy 50th to the fabulous Anthony Cotton – aka Sean Tully from Coronation Street!
“From pulling pints to pulling heartstrings, you’ve brought sass, soul & smiles to the cobbles for years. Here’s to 50 more! #Happy50th #CorrieLegend #SeanTully @antonycotton #corrie.”
Elsewhere, a different account penned: “Happy 50th birthday wishes to Anthony Cotton have a fantastic day.”
