Vinta Morgan has established himself as a beloved figure on Coronation Street in his role as Ronnie Bailey - but it appears he hails from a remarkably gifted family.
Ronnie arrived on the cobbles back in 2021, settling closer to brother Ed (Trevor Michael Georges), niece Dee-Dee (Channique Sterling-Brown) and nephews James (Jason Callender) and Michael (Ryan Russell).
Since his arrival, Ronnie's been involved in numerous major storylines, particularly his relationship with Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney). The couple tied the knot earlier this year but married life hasn't been smooth sailing for the duo.
Debbie - who is living with dementia - is presently serving time in prison, having pleaded guilty to dangerous driving and causing the death of local vicar Billy Mayhew (Daniel Brocklebank). However, Debbie is in fact covering for Carl (Jonathan Howard), who is her secret son.
As for Ronnie actor Vinta, he's well accustomed to television work. The performer has previously featured in programmes including The Bill, Ted Lasso, Doctors, Silent Witness and rival soap EastEnders, reports the Daily Star.
And it transpires that talent is hereditary in his family as his parents Tony and Avis were both vocalists in their time. Vinta's father achieved recognition with Tony Morgan and the Mussel Power Band, putting out two singles.
"My dad had this mantle of being the one with the snaky hips dancing across the floor," Vinta recently shared with the Mirror. He continued: "But they both put those things away to provide for the family. He became a chef and my mum became an occupational therapist."
Outside of his soap opera career, Vinta resides in Hertfordshire with his wife Nina and their children, Abisah, 18, Soumi, 15, Zain, 12 and Anthony, three.
Vinta first encountered Nina on a train whilst commuting to work in London when they were both in their early thirties. He told the publication: "I thought she was nice – well-intentioned and kind-hearted, but it was just platonic."
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A decade passed and after Vinta relocated back to Hertfordshire from Kent, they crossed paths once more. He recalled: "We started chatting properly at the gym and we really hit it off. When you meet someone when you're mature and in your 40s you know what you want in life."
Vinta and Nina sparked a romance that rapidly blossomed. The couple exchanged vows seven years later in 2022, a mere 13 days before the birth of their son.
Coronation Street airs Monday to Friday at 8:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX
