Who is Alan Halsall?
Let’s first get to know the man Alan Halsall, before the juicy gossip about his personal life. Alan Halsall was born on August 11, 1982, in Walkden, Greater Manchester. And what do you know? He has been amusing people for 25 years now, since he first appeared on Coronation Street in 1998. That’s right: Alan has played Tyrone Dobbs for over 25 years! No wonder he’s the go-to guy for Corrie fans when they need a lovable mechanic who is just as likely to fix a car as he is to break hearts (as we’ll see in a second).
Interesting fact: Besides being a soap superstar, Alan was also on Heartbeat some time back, where he portrayed Trevor Chivers (not a mechanic, but a chap). But it was on Coronation Street that he cemented his hold over the telly.
Is Alan Halsall Dating Anyone?
So is loveable Tyrone Dobbs off the market? Sadly (or not so sadly), the answer’s no, Alan isn’t officially dating anyone right now. After recently being reported as having split from fellow Corrie actress Tisha Merry, he’s been spending time honing his career, his daughter Sienna, and heck– probably catching up on a few episodes of I’m a Celebrity. while he’s down under.
It seems that Alan, much like his Corrie character, has been through some romantic rollercoasters but is now just living the best single life. So, don’t expect him to be sending out invites for romantic dinners anytime soon. But who knows? Maybe he’ll find love in the jungle. Or maybe he’ll discover a new hobby—like cooking up a perfect spider stew.
Who is Alan Halsall Girlfriend?
If you are looking to discover who the lady currently on Alan’s arm is, then sorry to burst your bubble – he flies solo for now. But let us look a little backward to take a peek at some of his previous romances.
First off is Lucy-Jo Hudson, the ex-wife of Alan and the mother of Alan’s daughter, Sienna. They met on Coronation Street back in 2005 and married in 2009. Despite their fairytale-ish beginning, things weren’t always smooth sailing. They divorced in 2018 after nearly a decade of marriage. Alan and Lucy-Jo share joint custody of their daughter, and things seem to be copacetic between them, with no “drama” about who’s voting for Alan on I’m a Celebrity. In fact, Lucy-Jo even posted a sweet video on Instagram about their amicable co-parenting arrangement. No hard feelings here, then!
But don’t forget about Alan’s Coronation Street co-star Tisha Merry, whom he had been involved with in a very public five-year relationship. The pair met back in 2014, but they didn’t really click romantically until after Tisha left the soap in 2019. Things were getting good in every sense of the word: holidays, nights out, and all the rest. Unfortunately, with the advent of a new year again in 2024, the two realized that they were no longer on the same page and, unfortunately, parted ways. This breakup was really like a silent growing part, rather than some type of drama. They’re both on good terms so there’s no need to send the relationship rescue squad.
Alan Halsall Family: Parents
Ah, family. Okay. Let’s take a minute to appreciate the man behind the character. Alan may be a household name for playing Tyrone, but he is also a very good father to his own daughter Sienna. Despite all his public career fame, Alan has done quite well in keeping family life pretty private with a lot of quality time being dedicated to dad-like endeavors. He and Lucy-Jo share joint custody, and Alan appears to be highly involved in Sienna’s life.
What about his parents? We don’t know much about them, but we can guess they’re pretty proud of their son-let’s face it: he’s been on TV for twenty years or more. And hey, they probably get the “I’m Tyrone Dobbs!” comment all the time. Gotta love a good Corrie reference.
Alan Halsall Acting Career
Indeed, one may rightly say that the real star of the show is the career that Alan Halsall has had. The actor became famous in UK households for playing the character of Tyrone Dobbs on Coronation Street. He joined the show in 1998 – yes, when he was still a teenager – and in 2013, even won the National Television Award for Outstanding Serial Drama Performance for playing Tyrone.
And it’s not just Corrie fame that keeps him busy; he has appeared throughout the years in a series of other shows, from Children’s Ward to Heartbeat. Nothing, though, will top his work on the cobbles, where he managed somehow to transform Tyrone from being a meek mechanic to a rather complex character struggling with everything from love to heartbreak to, you know, unexpected jungle adventures.
Even off screen Alan has not lost the spirit of Coronation Street and still gets together with fellow co-stars and keeps everyone, including fans, updated with behind-the-scenes photos and stories. There can be little doubt that much of Alan’s success to date has rested in the hands of Coronation Street, and it seems he still has a long way before he puts his overalls on the retirement shelf.
Alan Halsall: Height and Weight
Now, let’s get to know the man himself in a little more physical terms. How tall is Alan Halsall? He stands at 5ft 6in (167.6 cm). That does not exactly put him in the “tall, dark, and handsome” category on paper, but let’s be honest: Alan’s charm, wit, and success on Coronation Street for all these years really makes him rather irresistible. And hey, Tyrone may not be the tallest guy in the room, but when it comes to pulling heartstrings he’s got that covered!
What about weight? Well, Alan is quite the fitness enthusiast; he is active and healthy (in all probability, something he learned during his stay on I’m a Celebrity). But like most celebrities out there, he does not feel it is necessary to reveal his actual weight. We can safely say he is in magnificent shape, and that’s that.
