Coronation Street Star's Real Age Leaves Viewers in Disbelief
Fans of the long-running ITV soap Coronation Street have been left utterly astonished after discovering the true age of actor Ryan Prescott, who portrays Ryan Connor on the popular television series. The revelation has sparked widespread discussion among viewers, many of whom expressed shock that the actor is significantly older than they had assumed.
Ryan Prescott's Career and Character Background
Ryan Prescott, originally from Southport, is best known for his role as Ryan Connor in Coronation Street, a character he has played since 2018. Prior to joining the cobbles, Prescott appeared in other notable British television programmes, including a stint as Flynn Buchanan in Emmerdale in 2011 and a role as Liam Slade in the BBC medical drama Doctors.
The character of Ryan Connor first appeared on Coronation Street in 2006, originally portrayed by Ben Thompson. After a brief revival with actor Sol Heras in 2012, Ryan Prescott took over the role six years later, bringing his own interpretation to the character.
Significant Storylines and Current Plot Developments
Over his years on the show, Ryan Connor has been involved in numerous dramatic plotlines that have captivated audiences. These include the emotional revelation that Michelle Connor, played by Kym Marsh, was not his biological mother, as well as various romantic relationships with characters including Sian Powers, Katy Armstrong, and Bethany Platt.
More recently, Ryan has faced considerable turmoil, including conflicts with his brother Ali Neeson, financial difficulties with drug dealer Ronan Truman, and becoming the unintended victim of an acid attack orchestrated by Justin Rutherford.
Currently residing at number six Coronation Street with his aunt Carla, her fiancée Lisa Swain, and Lisa's teenage daughter Betsy, Ryan's life remains complicated. The family has recently dealt with the disruptive return of Lisa's ex-wife Becky, who attempted to remove Carla from their lives.
Following Becky's arrest, Ryan secured a promotion at the Chariot Square Hotel after Carl Webster framed his mother Debbie for drink driving. When Ryan uncovered Carl's embezzlement scheme, Debbie's husband Ronnie Bailey fired the villain, though Debbie has since urged her hesitant spouse to support their son while she serves her prison sentence.
The Age Revelation That Shocked Viewers
The character Ryan Connor was born on January 14, 1992, making him 34 years old within the show's timeline. However, actor Ryan Prescott was actually born on January 21, 1989, meaning he recently turned 37 years old.
This three-year age difference between actor and character has surprised many Coronation Street enthusiasts. One fan expressed their astonishment on social media platform TikTok, writing: "Ryan's shocked me. I thought he was about my age, 31, in real life."
Another viewer added: "I can't believe Ryan is 37 in real life?!" while a third commented: "God, they all age perfectly. The cast look so good at any age." A fourth fan noted the common casting trend, saying: "Why does it always seem to be that the actor is older than the character and not the other way round?"
Upcoming Dramatic Developments
Meanwhile, dramatic events continue to unfold on Coronation Street. The residents of number six are about to face another significant upheaval when Carla and Lisa discover an abandoned baby on their doorstep. This development raises questions about whether the pair will take in Rob Donovan's daughter, adding another layer of complexity to their already tumultuous lives.
Coronation Street continues to air weekday nights at 8:30pm on ITV1 and STV as part of ITV's new scheduling pattern that creates a soap power hour alongside Emmerdale, which airs at 8pm on the same channels.
