Adam Rickitt, the former nineties heartthrob and original Nick Tilsley on Coronation Street, has fans doing a double-take with his latest transformation.
The 46 year old actor, who first graced the Corrie cobbles back in 1997 as Nick Tilsley, now sports a dramatically different look from his days as a fresh-faced youngster with blond curtained hair.
After various stints on TV, including a return to Coronation Street and a role on Hollyoaks as Kyle Kelly, Adam has now taken on a new career path while also changing up his image.
Adam’s followers on Instagram have been privy to his new style, which includes shoulder-length blond hair, a stubbled face, and an array of tattoos.
He’s also bulked up significantly, shedding the “boy next door” image he once had.
In addition to acting, with his most recent appearance being on BBC’s Doctors, Adam is exploring the globe with Katy Fawcett, his wife of 10 years.
The couple also runs the Dexter and Jones bar in Knutsford, Cheshire, which Adam has described as their “ultimate passion”.
Over on social media, the latest snaps were shared on Monday revealing their escapades in Sicily, Italy.
He was all smiles as he looked away from the camera, his hair perfectly styled and his physique noticeable beneath a white shirt.
There was also a delightful photo of Katie looking radiant on a balcony, dressed in a red and white floral gown, reports The Mirror.
Adam showcased his new locks on holiday (Image: INSTAGRAM/ADAMRICKITT)
Adam captioned the snap: “Me…her…erupting volcano…what can go wrong?!”
The humourous post followed one from the previous day, in which he expressed “feeling blessed” for having his wife with him on their journey.
Maintaining a light-hearted tone, he joked that “Couples who trek up mountains together stay together” as he shared glimpses of their time away with his dedicated 73,000 followers.
It wasn’t long before his fans commented on the series of snaps, with many blown away with his new look.
His fans were quick to comment on the string of Instagram snaps (Image: INSTAGRAM/ADAMRICKITT)
One person wrote: “Adam you look incredible [sic]”.
Another commented: “Your hair’s looking brilliant!!!”
Someone else added: “You look so happy.”
While another follower commenting: “Both looking lovely [sic].”
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