Coronation Street Star Tina O’Brien Heartbroken as She Announces Her Dad Has Died
Coronation Street favourite Tina O’Brien has revealed she is grieving the loss of her father. The actress, best known for playing Sarah Platt since 1999, shared the emotional news with fans after several weeks of silence on social media.
Tina posted a heartfelt message on Instagram Stories, explaining why she had stepped away from online activity. She wrote: “I’ve been a little quiet on here. My dad recently died. I haven’t quite known how to put it into words.” She added the song Father and Son by Cat Stevens to the post.
The actress continued: “My heart is very heavy but I’m grateful he is no longer suffering. Thank you to everyone who’s held me steady through this difficult time. I love you. You mean the world to me. xx”
A Difficult Year of Personal Change
The heartbreaking loss comes only weeks after Tina confirmed she had found love again following her split from husband Adam Crofts.
In July, Tina revealed she had begun a new relationship. She later introduced her partner publicly in September, sharing photos with Adam Fadlé, a 38-year-old interior designer. The pair looked happy and relaxed in the images, marking a new chapter for the 41-year-old star.
End of Marriage After Rumours and Distance
Tina’s separation from Crofts was first reported in June after weeks of speculation. Sources said the couple had been “living separate lives” and eventually decided to part ways for the sake of peace and stability for their 10-year-old son, Beau.
The pair reportedly split due to their different lifestyles. Tina enjoys socialising and nights out with friends, while Adam prefers a quieter life focused on fitness. A source explained: “They were head over heels at first, but their differences became more noticeable as the kids grew older. Adam likes a quiet life and unfortunately that just isn’t Tina.”
Their breakup became more apparent when Tina attended co-star Colson Smith’s leaving party without her wedding ring, sparking further speculation among fans.
Fans Rally Around the Actress
Support continues to pour in across social media as Tina navigates the painful loss of her father while balancing major life changes. Followers and colleagues have praised her strength and honesty, wishing her comfort in the coming weeks.
