Coronation Street star Liam Scholes has publicly revealed his new girlfriend, Amberley Barnes, on Instagram, marking their first official social media appearance as a couple. The ITV actor, who celebrated his 23rd birthday over the weekend, reposted a heartfelt message from Amberley on his Instagram Stories, showcasing their blossoming romance.
Sweet Birthday Tributes and Romantic Photos
In a tender photo shared online, Liam appeared more love-struck than ever, wrapping his arm around a beaming Amberley Barnes. She captioned the image with, 'Happy birthday to my favourite human', accompanied by a black heart emoji. Liam responded affectionately with, 'I love you xx'. This exchange highlights the couple's close bond and public declaration of their relationship.
Another snapshot from a romantic date night captured the pair giggling and cosying up, exuding joy and connection. Liam cut a cool figure in a khaki jacket, while Amberley looked stunning in a denim jacket, matching mini skirt, and knee-high boots, emphasizing their stylish and happy dynamic.
Background: Split from Co-Star Elle Mulvaney
This new relationship follows Liam's split from Coronation Street co-star Elle Mulvaney in May last year. The soap stars, who played Eli Higginson and Amy Barlow respectively, left their colleagues and fans shocked by the sudden separation. Reports indicated that the breakup happened 'very suddenly', with both actors removing traces of each other from their Instagram pages.
A source revealed, 'Elle and Liam were loves young dream and did everything together. Their split has really shocked their co-stars and family and no one knows exactly what happened. It was all very sudden and they have both made it clear to pals it would take a miracle for them to get back together again.' The couple had gotten together in 2022, shortly after Elle's split from her ex-boyfriend Euan.
Liam Scholes' Career Highlights
Liam Scholes gained recognition for his role as Eli Higginson on Coronation Street, particularly during a controversial hate crime storyline where his character helped cover up a murder. Since then, he has transitioned to starring in Waterloo Road as Noel McManus, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His personal life, including this new romance with Amberley Barnes, continues to draw public interest alongside his professional achievements.
