Did you know that Coronation Street's Christina actress Amy Robbins has a famous brother who's also an actor? It's true! But here's where it gets interesting: his name is Ted Robbins, and he's had his fair share of screen time on the show, too. And this is the part most people miss...
Amy has been playing Christina Boyd on Coronation Street since 2023, and her character has been involved in some big storylines. But did you know that her brother Ted has also appeared on the show? In fact, he starred in the soap seven years ago, playing Mary Taylor's love interest, Brendan Finch. But Ted's not just a soap star; he's also well-known for his work in films such as Calendar Girls, The Slammer, Diddy Movies, and Benidorm.
In 2023, Amy shared the advice Ted gave her after she learned she had landed a part in the hit ITV soap. She told The Mirror: "He told me not to underestimate the feeling of standing in the Rovers for the first time. He said it would be overwhelming, and he was right. His other piece of advice was not to call William Roache 'Ken' like he did. Ted bumped into William and accidentally said 'hello Mr Barlow'."
But that's not all! Amy's sister, Kate Robbins, is also a famous face, and the pair appeared together in the 1986 sketch show Robbins. Kate has graced the screen in shows such as Spitting Image, After Life, and EastEnders, while her daughter is I'm A Celeb and Rivals star, Emily Atack. And if that's not enough, Amy's first cousin once removed is The Beatles legend Paul McCartney!
So, the next time you're watching Coronation Street and seeing Amy Robbins as Christina, remember that she's not just an actress, but also part of a family brimming with talent. And who knows, maybe one day you'll see her brother Ted on the show again! But for now, let's just enjoy the drama that is Coronation Street and the talented actors who bring it to life.
