Claire Sweeney admires Coronation Street co-star Jacob Roberts

Claire Sweeney, 53, recently expressed admiration for her "handsome" Coronation Street co-star Jacob Roberts after her split from boxer Ricky Hatton. The couple dated for eight months following their participation in Dancing on Ice. Sweeney praised Roberts during a podcast, calling him a "really nice guy." She also complimented fellow actor Jack P. Shepherd, noting his talent since childhood. Sweeney and Hatton ended their relationship amicably, remaining friends. Sources indicated their differing lifestyles contributed to the split, despite their long friendship before dating.