In a joyous personal announcement, Coronation Street actor Calum Lill has revealed he is set to become a father for the first time. The 30-year-old star, who plays solicitor Joel Deering on the iconic ITV soap, shared the happy news directly with his fans.
A Festive Family Announcement
The actor took to Instagram to make the exciting revelation, posting a charming and festive photograph. The image showed his fiancée, Roberta, with her baby bump painted to look like a snowman. She was also holding up a scan photo, confirming the pregnancy in a uniquely Christmas-themed way.
Lill captioned the post with a playful hint towards his on-screen role, writing 'New character dropping April ‘26'. This clever message delighted his followers, merging his real-life news with a nod to his soap character's profession.
Balacting Soap Drama with Real-Life Joy
The news comes as Lill's character, Joel Deering, is set to be at the centre of gripping drama on the cobbles. In an upcoming episode of Coronation Street, scheduled for Friday 27th September 2024, Joel will stumble into Roy's Rolls café clutching a bottle of whisky, clearly intoxicated.
According to an ITV press release under strict embargo until Tuesday 17th September 2024, Joel will lock the café door behind him, leaving Roy Cropper (played by David Neilson) alone with him. The tense scene prompts the question: is Roy in danger?
A New Chapter for the Soap Star
This real-life development marks a significant new chapter for Calum Lill, who has been a part of Coronation Street since 2023. The actor, who attended the British Soap Awards in London in May 2025, is now preparing for the most important role of his life off-screen.
The couple's creative and festive announcement has been warmly received by fans and colleagues alike, offering a heartwarming contrast to the dramatic storylines his character is involved in. As Lill and his fiancée Roberta look forward to their new arrival in April 2026, congratulations have been pouring in from across the showbiz world.
