Strictly Come Dancing Ellie Leach sent a heartfelt message to Brooke Vincent.
The former Coronation Street stars are cousins in real life and enjoy a close friendship. The two recently appeared together on the reality show, Drama Queens, and regularly share updates from their lives on Instagram.
Today marks a special day for Brooke, who is renowned for her role as Sophie Webster on the Cobbles, as she is celebrating her 32nd birthday. Ellie has taken social media to commemorate the occasion as she said: “Happiest of birthdays to my sister.
“So lucky to have you as my role model through this crazy thing we call life. Thank you for always being by my side, you’ll never know how much you mean to me. Love you so much.”

Brooke was flooded with support on her special day as former onscreen mum, Sally Dynevor, said: “Happy birthday darling. Have a wonderful day. Love you.”