Coronation Street actor Gareth Pierce, best known for playing Todd Grimshaw on the ITV soap, delighted fans this week by sharing a rare glimpse into his private family life. The actor, who usually keeps his loved ones out of the spotlight, celebrated a special “first” alongside his wife and daughter — and fans couldn’t get enough of the heartwarming moment.
From the Cobbles to a Family Celebration
Gareth joined Coronation Street in 2020, taking over the role of Todd Grimshaw from Bruno Langley. Since then, he’s become a familiar face on the cobbles, appearing in several major storylines — including his character’s complicated love life and family drama.
Recently, Todd has been at the center of an intense new plot exploring domestic abuse in a same-sex relationship. His partner, Theo Silverton (James Cartwright), has shown increasingly manipulative and violent behavior, setting the stage for one of Corrie’s most challenging and emotional storylines this year.
But away from the drama of Weatherfield, Gareth’s real life couldn’t be more wholesome.
A Family “First” Worth Sharing
Off-screen, Gareth is a devoted husband and dad. He married Amy Lee Pierce in 2014, and together they share a young daughter. The actor is famously protective of his family’s privacy — rarely posting photos that show their faces — which made his latest social media update even more special.
Posting on Instagram, Gareth shared footage from his daughter’s first-ever concert, as the family attended a performance by the American pop-rock band Haim at Cardiff’s Utilita Arena.
“Thanks to @haimtheband @livenationuk @utilitaarenacardiff,” Gareth captioned the video. “She’s done some festivals, but our girl’s first proper gig experience was AMAZING.”
In one clip, Amy and their daughter could be seen dancing and cheering for the band, their joy lighting up the arena crowd.
Fans Flooded the Comments with Love
The touching family moment struck a chord with followers, who were quick to comment on how happy Gareth’s daughter looked.
“She is having the time of her life,” one fan wrote.
“Living her best life,” added another.
A third gushed, “Looks awesome — what a memory for her!”
Though Gareth tends to keep his family life private, the post gave fans a rare and heartwarming glimpse into the actor’s world beyond Coronation Street — one full of music, love, and laughter.
