Sam Blakeman has been appearing more often on the cobbles recently, and it hasn’t gone unnoticed by Coronation Street fans. While his storyline has taken a darker turn, viewers are just as distracted by something else, Sam looks completely different, leaving many stunned by how grown up he suddenly appears.
Sam Blakeman’s New Look Leaves Fans Shocked
Sam’s new look comes as he becomes involved in a serious storyline at Weatherfield High. He grows suspicious of P.E. teacher Megan Walsh after a tracksuit jacket turns up in the flat, with Megan claiming it belongs to Daniel. However, Sam quickly realises the truth. The jacket actually belongs to teenage pupil Will Driscoll.
When Will tries to explain it away by saying Megan was cold during training and he lent it to her, Sam isn’t convinced and confronts him directly. That moment pushes Sam further into the spotlight and as he questions what’s really going on. And, viewers can’t help but notice how much older he looks compared to just a short time ago.
Coronation Street Viewers Question Whether Sam Has Been Recast
As Sam’s scenes aired, social media quickly filled with comments from confused fans. Many admitted they barely recognised him and wondered if the show had quietly brought in a new actor. One viewer commented that Sam seemed to have “aged about 10 years”. And, another asked if it was “the same kid that played Sam before.” Others said he looked “all grown up,” with one fan admitting they weren’t convinced it was still the same actor.
The reaction made it clear that Sam’s transformation had caught viewers off guard, especially those who remember him as the quiet, book-loving child. Despite the speculation, Sam Blakeman has not been recast. Jude Riordan has continued in the role the whole time. On screen, Sam is 14 years old, having been born in April 2011. In real life, Jude is almost the same age as his character and is just a month younger.
The actor will turn 15 in May this year, which explains why his sudden growth spurt has left fans so shocked. With Jude growing up fast, viewers are clearly seeing a very different Sam Blakeman on the cobbles now. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Coronation Street spoilers.