Devoted Coronation Street viewers have been left utterly astonished after a popular star from the long-running ITV soap shared a revealing selfie with his identical twin brother, who also once appeared on the iconic show. The unexpected familial connection has sent shockwaves through the fan community, with many expressing complete surprise at the revelation.
Soap Star's Secret Twin Connection Unveiled
Liam McCheyne, who portrays the character Dylan Wilson on the beloved Manchester-based drama, recently took to social media to celebrate a significant personal milestone. On Wednesday, January 21st, the actor posted a heartfelt birthday tribute alongside his brother, Connor McCheyne, marking their joint 19th birthday. The affectionate Instagram post featured a series of nostalgic photographs documenting their journey from childhood to the present day.
In his accompanying caption, Liam wrote warmly: “Happy birthday to you best mate and right-hand man @connormccheyne1 Here's to the best memories throughout chapter 19!” Connor reciprocated the sentiment, posting: “Happy birthday to this one. @liammccheyne here's to a top 2026.” The public display of brotherly affection quickly attracted attention from their Coronation Street colleagues, with cast members including Vicky Myers (who plays DS Lisa Swain) and Luca Toolan (Mason Radcliffe) sending their birthday wishes.
Dual Roles and Fan Confusion
What has particularly captivated audiences is the disclosure that both Liam and Connor McCheyne originally shared the role of the character Dan during the actor's early involvement with Coronation Street. While Liam has continued to build his acting career, most notably through his portrayal of Dylan Wilson – the son of established characters Sean Tully and Violet Wilson – his brother Connor appears to have stepped away from performing to pursue interests in sport.
Liam first arrived on the Weatherfield cobbles back in 2011, returning for a more substantial storyline in 2022. His character's narrative took a dramatic turn in 2025 when Dylan became embroiled in the harrowing knife attack that ultimately led to the death of Mason Radcliffe, resulting in a stint at a Secure Training Centre before his eventual release back onto the street.
The physical resemblance between the twins has previously caused amusing instances of mistaken identity. In 2024, Liam revealed that his brother Connor frequently gets stopped by enthusiastic fans in Manchester who believe they're encountering the soap star, often requesting photographs before he can clarify the confusion.
Audience Reaction and Social Media Buzz
The revelation about the McCheyne twins has generated considerable buzz across social media platforms, with longtime Coronation Street followers expressing their astonishment. Comments from fans have ranged from incredulous exclamations like “Omg I never knew!” to more detailed observations such as “Well I never knew that there was 2 of them” and “Amazing, I would never be able to tell these two apart.”
This isn't the first time images from events like The British Soap Awards have prompted surprised reactions regarding the brothers' identical appearance. The recent birthday post has simply brought this fascinating piece of soap trivia back into the spotlight, reminding viewers of the interesting personal histories that often exist behind their favourite television characters.
Coronation Street continues to entertain audiences with its compelling storylines, airing Monday through Friday at 8:30pm on ITV1 and the ITVX streaming service. The show remains a cornerstone of British television drama, consistently delivering the human stories and community dynamics that have made it a national institution for over six decades.
