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13.05.2024 - 11:59 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Coronation Street star Alan Halsall prompted a flurry of compliments and was even branded 'amazing' by his co-star as he gave a glimpse at his recent escapades away from the cobbles before returning to the famous street with his daughter.
The actor has seemingly become known over the years for his extravagant arrival at a number of major annual horse racing events and so far, this year has been no different.
Back in March, Alan, who is famed for playing Tyrone Dobbs in the ITV soap, was using a helicopter to travel between Greater Manchester and the Cheltenham Festival, even being joined by a few recognisable football stars along the way including his Manchester United hero Sir Alex Ferguson.
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This weekend, however, the soap star stuck a bit closer to home and headed over to Chester Races. Taking to Instagram Alan has shared a snap showing himself looking suave as he rocked a light-coloured suit with a rouge tie with his eyes covered by his stylish sunglasses.
"Chester Races [horse emojis] @marcdarcysuits," Alan captioned the post featuring the mirror selfie to his 235,000 followers. Samia Longchambon, who plays Maria Windass in Corrie, was among the first to respond, writing to her friend and co-star: "Alan is amazing," with a clapping emoji and the flame emoji.
And his fans and followers were also quick to respond. @angie.strong.520 said: "Looking really smart Alan." @derekknight7058 commented: "Handsome lad." @emmsimm0 wrote: "Next James Bond!!"
@paulinetreleaven replied: "Handsome man." @tammyjbooker posted: "Don't you look very handsome!"
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