Tina O’Brien  Biography: Parents, Height, Age, Net Worth, Spouse, Instagram, Children, Wikipedia, Movies

Tina O’Brien is a British actress widely recognized for her role as Sarah Platt on the popular ITV soap opera Coronation Street.

She joined the show in 1999, taking over the role from Lynsay King, and quickly became a notable figure on British television.

Her portrayal of Sarah, a character involved in dramatic storylines like teenage pregnancy, solidified her place in the spotlight.

O’Brien has also appeared in other TV dramas, including Waterloo Road, and has participated in reality TV shows like Strictly Come Dancing.

Profile

• Full name: Tina Michelle O’Brien
• Date of birth: 7 August 1983
• Age: 41 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Rusholme, Manchester, England
• Nationality: British
• Profession: Actress
• Height: 5 feet 1 inch (154 cm)
• Parents: Christina O’Brien (mother), Steven O’Brien (father)
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Adam Crofts (married in 2018)
• Children: Scarlett Jacqueline Thomas (2008), Beau Lee Stephen Crofts (2014)
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: N/A
• Ethnicity: N/A
• Net worth: $6 million

Early Life and Education

Tina O’Brien is 41, born on 7 August 1983 in Rusholme, Manchester. She grew up in Manchester before moving to Broughton Park, Salford.

Raised by her parents, Christina and Steven O’Brien, Tina attended Trinity Church of England High School, where she excelled academically, earning nine GCSEs.

O’Brien’s early life in Manchester saw her getting involved in local theater productions, which paved the way for her acting career.

She was spotted by a talent scout while performing on stage at 16, leading to her casting in Coronation Street.

Tina’s heritage and religious beliefs need to be better documented, but her early years in the UK set the foundation for her successful acting career.

Personal Life

Tina O’Brien was in a long-term relationship with her Coronation Street co-star Ryan Thomas from 2003 to 2009.

They share a daughter, Scarlett Jacqueline Thomas, born in October 2008. The couple eventually parted ways in 2009, with rumors circulating about their difficult breakup.

In 2011, Tina began dating personal trainer Adam Crofts, and the couple welcomed their son, Beau Lee Stephen Crofts, in October 2014.

After seven years together, Tina and Adam married in a private ceremony in December 2018. Tina has publicly discussed her struggles with postnatal depression following Scarlett’s birth, highlighting the emotional challenges she faced as a new mother.

Despite these challenges, she maintains a strong bond with her children and frequently shares family moments on social media.

Career

Tina O’Brien’s acting career began early, with her first significant role in the children’s television series Children’s Ward.

However, in 1999, when she was cast as Sarah Platt in Coronation Street, her career took off. Her portrayal of Sarah, a young mother dealing with numerous life challenges, captivated viewers and made O’Brien a central figure on the show. She remained on Coronation Street until 2008 when she took a brief break from the series.

O’Brien’s career continued with other roles, including Bex Fisher in Waterloo Road from 2010 to 2011. In 2010, she participated in Strictly Come Dancing, expanding her presence on television beyond acting.

In 2015, she returned to Coronation Street to reprise her role as Sarah Platt, where she continues to be an integral part of the show.

O’Brien’s acting career has lasted over two decades, with additional appearances in TV dramas such as Blue Murder, The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister, and Call the Midwife. She has also performed in stage productions, including a national tour of Calendar Girls.

Awards

• National Television Awards, Most Popular Newcomer (2000)
• TV Quick Awards, Best Soap Newcomer (2000)
• British Soap Awards, Best Female Dramatic Performance (2016)
• Nominated for British Soap Awards and Inside Soap Awards (multiple years)

Net Worth

Tina O’Brien’s net worth is estimated to be around $6 million.

This wealth comes primarily from her acting career, particularly her long-standing role in Coronation Street, as well as her work in other television dramas and stage productions.

Social Media

• Instagram: @tinaob83
• Twitter: @tinaob

Filmography

• Coronation Street(1999–2008, 2015–present)
• Waterloo Road (2010–2011)
• Blue Murder (2009)
• The Secret Diaries of Miss Anne Lister (2010)
• Call the Midwife (2012)