Coronation Street's Katie McGlynn sends sweet message to new beau after going 'Instagram official'

Former Coronation star Katie McGlynn has sent a sweet message to her new boyfriend after they went 'Instagram official' with their romance. The actress and former The Only Way is Essex star Ricky Rayment confirmed their relationship after the pair were spotted out and about looking loved-up.

They shared their first pictures as a couple last week on Valentine's Day with Katie writing: "Every day is like Valentine's Day with you." The joint post, which was also shared on Ricky's account, showed the couple sharing a number of affectionate moments, including a sweet kiss before being seen all cosy in a swimming pool.

Kate, who is known for having played Sinead Osbourne - nee Tinker - in ITV's Corrie, has now continued to show how happy she is with her new beau with a sweet message of thanks left on Ricky's latest Instagram post.

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The former reality star, 33, shared a picture of the pair posing outside of Pircio Restaurant. The new couple could be seen beaming for the camera with Katie, who looked fabulous in a cut-out black top and pleated mini skirt, could be seen holding a red rose in her hand.

Captioning the post, Ricky simply shared a rose emoji and Katie, 30, was quick to comment as she quickly said: "Thank you for being you," alongside a number of love hearts.

And the pair's friends and followers were also keen to gush over the pair. @steveclamptv said: "If Carlsberg made gorgeous couples." @pamcne commented: "So cute just love love." @barbarabeautique wrote: "So happy for you both." @mentalhealthawareness2121 replied: "Lovely photo of a lovely couple."

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