Coronation Street actor Jack P Shepherd and his wife Hanni Treweek have announced the birth of their first child, a daughter named Constance Ita Shepherd, who arrived on 26 June.
The couple shared the news via an Instagram post, featuring photos of the newborn’s hand clasped around theirs, with only a glimpse of her head and ear visible.
Their caption read: "Our beautiful baby girl has arrived, born peacefully at home, surrounded by love."
Shepherd has played David Platt in the ITV soap since 2000.
Many of his co-stars, including Jane Danson (Leanne Battersby), Georgia Taylor (Toyah Battersby) and Sam Aston (Chesney Brown), offered their congratulations on Instagram.
Danson wrote: “Congratulations- gorgeous news,” while Taylor said: “Oh darling! So thrilled for you both and what a beautiful name xxx.”
Aston commented: “Wonderful news! Congratulations guys, born at home as well.”
Sally Dynevor, best known as Sally Metcalfe, wrote: “Oh wonderful so happy for you, what a beautiful name. Lots of love to you all xxxx”.
The couple got married in Manchester Cathedral in July 2025.
In a post after their wedding, Treweek wrote on Instagram: “Introducing Mr & Mrs Shepherd.
“Words cannot describe how beautiful yesterday was for us – it was more than perfect.
“The love & energy in the room (and outside) was incredible – our hearts are truly full.
“Thank you so much to you all – it means the world to us. Love is all you need x”
