A familiar Coronation Street face has found himself at the centre of a very emotional moment, with fans and fellow stars quietly showing their support. A recent social media post caught many by surprise and quickly led to an outpouring of messages, as people tried to wrap their heads around what Justin Moorhouse and his family are going through.
A Well-Known Name Across Comedy and Soaps
Justin Moorhouse has been part of British TV for years, thanks to his easy humour and recognisable roles. Many still remember him best as Young Kenny in Phoenix Nights, Peter Kay’s hit Channel 4 sitcom that first aired back in 2001. The show ran for two series and gave viewers some unforgettable moments, including Kenny wandering around for days with his face painted like a tiger after a dodgy face-painting job at a family fun day. After Phoenix Nights, Justin continued to pop up in popular projects.
He starred alongside football legend Eric Cantona in the film Looking for Eric, showing a more grounded side to his acting. He also spent time on stage, appearing in Harold Brighouse’s play Zack at Manchester’s Royal Exchange between 2010 and 2011. Soap fans later saw him arrive in Weatherfield, where he played Dean Upton on Coronation Street from 2014 to 2015. Alongside acting, Justin stayed busy with stand-up comedy and TV appearances.
Justin Shares a Very Personal Update
Justin recently shared a deeply sad update online, confirming that his son Barney has passed away. In his message, he spoke lovingly about Barney, describing him as a sweet and kind soul, and explained how close the family is as they try to cope together. He shared that Barney’s mum and step-mum, his sister, grandparents, extended family, and close friends are all leaning on one another during this time.
Justin added that he is holding on to the comfort of knowing how much Barney loved his family and how clearly that love was always returned. The post quickly drew messages from those who know Justin well. Peter Kay shared that the news was heartbreaking and said he remembered Barney as a kind, fun little boy who grew into someone to be proud of. He added that there were no right words and sent his love to the family.
Actor Steve Evets, who worked with Justin on Looking for Eric, also reached out. He said his heart went out to Justin and everyone close to Barney and admitted he couldn’t imagine what the family is dealing with. While saying words may not feel like enough, he shared his best wishes and support. As messages continue to come in, it’s clear how much warmth surrounds Justin, both personally and professionally. Fans and colleagues are keeping things simple. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for more Coronation Street updates and entertainment stories.