Coronation Street's Jacob Roberts supported by Hollyoaks cast over new role
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Coronation Street star Jacob Roberts has been supported by his former Hollyoaks castmates over his new role.
The actor made his first appearance in Monday’s episode of the ITV soap (May 13) as Christopher/Kit Green – Bernie Winter’s long-lost son.
Before landing the role in Corrie, Roberts was best known for playing Damon Kinsella on Hollyoaks for six years.
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In an Instagram post, the actor confirmed his exciting new role, and wrote in the caption: "Proud to announce I’ll be joining the cast of @coronationstreet. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for ‘Christopher Green’. He will be stepping on them famous cobbles very soon!"
In the comments section, Roberts had lots of support from his former Hollyoaks castmates, congratulating him on his new role.
Jamie Lomas, who plays Warren Fox, wrote, "Yes brother", while Anna Passey, who plays Sienna Blake, commented, "Only good things for you Sir."
Owen Warner, who played Romeo Nightingale, said, "Go on laddd", while Ross Adams, who played Scott Drinkwell, wrote, "Good things happen to good people".
Lucy-Jo Hudson, who played Donna-Marie Quinn in Hollyoaks and also previously appeared in Coronation Street, commented, "Good work mate. You will love it", and Robbie Roscoe actor Charlie Wernham wrote, "Go on the boy."
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Speaking about his new role, Roberts said: "It’s absolutely amazing to be joining the cast of Coronation Street. Meeting all of the cast and crew was great, it really is like one big family.
"I’ve always been a fan of Corrie. It was a show that was always on in my house, especially growing up in Salford. When I was in Hollyoaks, I always kept an eye on it, and all the other soaps, but Corrie was the main one in terms of entertainment so I’ve always had a soft spot for Corrie."
Coronation Street airs on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX.
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