Coronation Street star Tanisha Gorey has shared a major life update, in a heartwarming social media post. The actor, who plays Asha Alahan on the soap, revealed her recent engagement to her partner Lucas Whelan.
Taking to Instagram yesterday (17 January), Gorey shared a collection of photos with the caption “brb still crying” alongside a tear, ring and heart emoji. The snaps included a heart-shaped cake, iced with the words “just engaged”, which was surrounded by Polaroids of the happy couple.
The post also featured various pictures of Gorey showing off her stunning new ring, as well as a special glimpse at the proposal set-up.
In one photo, Gorey is in a bedroom, holding a large bouquet of flowers. The ceiling is covered in heart-shaped balloons, while the balloons letters behind her spell out “I love you”.
The comment section was filled with congratulatory messages from fans and Gorey’s Corrie co-stars.
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Alan Halsall (Tyrone Dobbs), Jane Danson (Leanne Battersby), Mollie Gallagher (Nina Lucas), Vicky Myers (Lisa Swain) and Andy Whyment (Kirk Sutherland) were among the well wishers.
“Congratulations to you and Lucas! So happy for you both. Love you very much xxxx,” wrote Sue Devaney (Debbie Webster), while Sally Dynevor (Sally Metcalfe) echoed: “Fantastic news. So happy for you darling. Congratulations.”
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“Yes! Yes! Yes! Woohooooo! Congratulations you pair of beauties, I’m SO HAPPY FOR YOU,” posted Sally Carman-Duttine (Abi Webster), with Jane Hazlegrove (Bernie Winter-Alahan) adding: “What a beautiful way to start the new year! Many Congrats darlings both!! Love love love xxx.”
Meanwhile, Tony Maudsley (George Shuttleworth) joked: “Babes I’m really made up for you….BUT I don’t think I got a bit of cake???”
Gorey’s announcement comes after Asha’s big role in the recent Corriedale crossover, which saw the former paramedic leaping into action to assist those injured in the crash.
Despite her previous decision to leave medicine behind, Asha realised that she wanted to continue to help people and reapplied for her training. Will things go smoothly when she’s back in the field?
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