Alison King is reportedly engaged to her mystery long-term partner.
Alison King
The 46-year-old actress - who is best-known for playing Carla Connor in 'Coronation Street' - is said to have accepted her partner's marriage proposal earlier this month and her co-stars, including Jane Danson and Kym Marsh, are delighted for her.
An insider told The Sun on Sunday newspaper: "Ali is so popular with everyone on the cobbles. They think it's wonderful.
"The engagement is a lovely surprise. Ali is over the moon."
Alison previously dated 'Coronation Street' sound technician Adam Huckett from 2007 until 2012.
The former couple got engaged in Paris in 2011, but they decided to go their separate ways the following year.
Speaking about the actress' current romance, the source added: "Ali has obviously endured heartache in the past. But she is hoping those days are now firmly behind her.
"She is very excited about what the future holds."
Alison actually walked away from her role in 'Coronation Street' in 2016, admitting she wanted to spend more quality time with her daughter, who was born in 2009.
The soap star - who has since returned to the show - said at the time: "I've probably only ever done about 20 pick-ups or drop-offs in all the time my daughter's been at school, which is quite sad.
"And creatively, I miss being other people. It's what I went to drama school for. I love playing diverse characters and meeting new people."
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