Coronation Street star Andy Whyment put club rivalry aside to be a special guest at Jack Grealish's sister's 18th birthday.
The Kirk Sutherland actor is an avid Manchester United fan but helped Manchester City's No.10 pull off the sweet surprise for his little sister.
Jack, 25, arranged for Hollie's for her favourite soap character to make a guest appearance at her big birthday bash on Sunday.
Andy shared his joy at being able to surprise 'one of the biggest Coronation Street fans' with a couple of snaps on Instagram.
The Corrie actor smiled as he posed with a beaming Hollie, who looked party-ready in a stunning sparkly dress, and big brother Jack.
Andy also took his son and daughter along who joined Jack for another photo.
"Absolute pleasure to surprise @holliegrealish one of the biggest @coronationstreet fans I know tonight for her 18th Birthday," he wrote to his social media followers
Hollie was among the first to comment, thanking Andy for coming along.
"You’ve made my night complete, thank you so much for coming, hopefully I’ll see you soon," she said.
Andy's Corrie co-star Sally Carmen, who plays Abi Franklin, also commented, writing: "That’s so lovely Sandy."
Fans also praised Andy for the 'amazing' gesture.
"Wow that's wonderful Andy," one said.
Another commented: "You are a true gent @andywhy36."
"Absolutely love this she looks so happy," a third added.
A fourth said: "So lovely Andy, I bet it made her night! Hope you had a fab time."
But some couldn't help but mention the football.
"Thought you were a Man u fan?!" asked one.
Another said: "Hope you sang viva Ronaldo."
"Kirky lad, you're a red!" a third said.
It has previously been reported that Jack himself is a "huge fan" of the long-running ITV soap.
An insider told the Daily Star that the England footballer has "kept up to date with the plots and what's happening to the characters."
It's been a busy weekend for the City star as he also made an appearance at Leeds festival, joining none other than Stormzy on stage,
The footballer made his way to the gig after the Blues took on Arsenal at the Etihad, winning 5-0.
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