Coronation Street actor Andy Whyment, known for playing Kirk Sutherland, has given fans a glimpse into his wedding day as he celebrated his 19th wedding anniversary with wife Nichola. The 45-year-old actor shared a photo on Instagram showing the couple cutting their wedding cake, along with other pictures from their years together.
Andy Whyment's Wedding Anniversary Tribute
In the Instagram post, Whyment wrote: "19 years married to @nicski31. Happy Anniversary babe. Love you forever." The couple married in 2007 after meeting in Manchester in 2004. Whyment previously told Digital Spy that they "really hit it off" and after a few months together, he thought about marriage and babies. They have two children, Thomas and Hollie.
Co-Star Reactions
Several of Whyment's Coronation Street co-stars responded to the post. Tanisha Gorey commented: "Happy anniversary!!!!" Jane Danson wrote: "Happy anniversary you two." Nikki Sanderson said: "Happy anniversary guys." Kym Marsh replied: "Ahh congrats guys." Wendi Peters posted: "Wonderful. 19 years .. can’t believe it!! Love to you both." Ryan Thomas added: "So special this."
Andy Whyment's Career and Family
Whyment has played Kirk Sutherland on Coronation Street for 25 years, including uncredited appearances. Before that, he appeared as Darren Sinclair-Jones in the BBC sitcom The Royle Family. The Salford-born actor celebrated his 45th birthday in April, with his daughter Hollie posting a TikTok video tribute on Instagram Story, writing: "Happy Birthday to the best dad I could ask for. Thank you so much for everything you do for me." Whyment reposted the message with thanks.
