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Jude Riordan

Jude Riordan (born May 11, 2011) is an English actor best known for his role as Sam Blakeman in the long-running British soap opera Coronation Street. He has garnered attention and acclaim for his performances, earning him a National Television Award at a young age. Riordan has also appeared in several other television series, showcasing his versatile acting talent.

Early Life

Jude Riordan was born on May 11, 2011, in St Helens, Merseyside, England. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in acting and performing arts. His father, Paul Riordan, is a television director, which provided Jude with early exposure to the entertainment industry.

Career Jude Riordan's acting career began with his participation in the documentary series The Secret Life of 4,5 & 6 Year Olds in 2016. His natural charisma and on-screen presence caught the attention of casting directors, leading to further opportunities in television.

Coronation Street

In 2020, Riordan was cast as Sam Blakeman in the iconic British soap operaCoronation Street. His character, the son of Nick Tilsley (played by Ben Price) and Natasha Blakeman (played by Rachel Leskovac), quickly became a fan favorite. Riordan's portrayal of Sam, a bright and inquisitive young boy, earned him critical acclaim and a National Television Award for Best Newcomer in 2021.

Other Television Work

Aside from Coronation Street, Jude Riordan has appeared in other notable television series. He played the role of Tyler in Brassic, a comedy-drama series created by Joe Gilgun and Danny Brocklehurst. His performance in Brassic further demonstrated his range as a young actor capable of handling both comedic and dramatic roles.

Awards and Nominations

Jude Riordan's work has been recognised with several awards and nominations:

National Television Awards: Won Best Newcomer (2021) for his role in Coronation Street.

TV TIMES FAVOURITE YOUNG PERFORMER 2022

INSIDE SOAP AWARDS - BEST NEWCOMER WINNER 2021

BEST NEWCOMER WINNER DIGITAL SPY READER AWARDS 2020

Personal Life

Jude Riordan continues to balance his acting career with his education. He lives with his family in St Helens, Merseyside. Despite his growing fame, Riordan maintains a down-to-earth personality and enjoys spending time with his friends and family.

Filmography

Television

The Secret Life of 5 Year Olds (2016) – Himself

Brassic (2019–present) – Tyler

Coronation Street (2020–present) – Sam Blakeman

References National Television Awards

Coronation Street

Brassic

External Links

Jude Riordan on IMDb

Jude Riordan on Instagram

Talent Agent Website

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