Coronation Street actress Tina O’Brien recently took to social media to express her astonishment at her daughter’s milestone birthday. The star, known for her role as Sarah Platt on the popular ITV soap opera, shared her disbelief at her daughter Scarlett turning 16. Tina, who co-parents Scarlett with her ex, former Corrie actor Ryan Thomas, revealed that she decorated their home with banners and balloons to celebrate the special occasion.
On Saturday, Tina and her family marked Scarlett’s sweet sixteenth birthday, with the actress sharing moments from the celebration on her Instagram Story, including pictures of the birthday setup and wrapped gifts. At 41, Tina continued the festivities by posting a reel on her main Instagram page, showcasing Scarlett’s growth over the years with photos alongside her mum and younger brother Beau, whose father is Tina’s husband Adam Crofts.
In a heartfelt post, Tina gushed, “16 wonderful years of you. I love you ma little chicken @scarlettjthomas26.” The online celebrations prompted a flood of birthday wishes from Tina’s Coronation Street colleagues and fans. Julia Goulding and Sally Carman-Duttine were among the well-wishers, with fans expressing their disbelief at Scarlett’s age and commenting on her striking resemblance to her famous parents.
Many took to social media to share their thoughts on Scarlett’s striking features, with some noting how she takes after Tina, while others pointed out her resemblance to both parents. The outpouring of love and well-wishes for Scarlett’s milestone birthday highlighted the impact Tina and her family have made on fans over the years.
As Tina marvelled at how quickly time had passed, her followers joined in the celebration, reflecting on Scarlett’s growth and the family’s journey together. The actress’s touching tribute to her daughter serves as a reminder of the precious moments shared between a mother and her child, resonating with fans who have watched Scarlett grow up alongside her famous mum.