Former Coronation Street favourite Sean Wilson has celebrated a major new chapter in his life, swapping the drama of Weatherfield for a romantic countryside wedding as he married his long-term partner Carol.

The actor, best known for playing Martin Platt on the ITV soap, tied the knot with Carol in a beautiful summer ceremony surrounded by friends and loved ones. The couple shared photographs from their special day, giving fans a glimpse of the emotional celebration.

At 61, Sean marked the occasion with a stylish countryside wedding, wearing a dark blue suit paired with a striking orange waistcoat. His bride Carol looked stunning in her wedding dress as the couple posed together outside the church, shared a kiss, and smiled beside a vintage car.

The celebration came as a joyful personal milestone for Sean after a difficult period away from the spotlight.

Sean Wilson Celebrates Marriage To “Gorgeous Mrs Wilson”

Sharing photographs from the wedding on Facebook, Sean revealed his happiness at finally becoming husband and wife with Carol, who he has been in a relationship with for seven years.

Alongside the wedding images, the former soap star wrote a heartfelt message celebrating the day while also appearing to make a pointed reference to those who were not invited.

Sean wrote:

“Guess what we did this weekend… A July wedding. Brought me my gorgeous Mrs Wilson. We had a Gospel choir. And a church full of legendary (real) friends. If we did it all again, it couldn’t be better.”

The mention of “real friends” immediately caught the attention of some fans, with many interpreting the comment as a subtle message aimed at people who were absent from the celebration.

However, the overall response from followers was overwhelmingly positive, with fans rushing to congratulate the couple and wish them happiness for the future.

One supporter wrote that they were “wishing you both many many years of happiness,” while another commented that they hoped the pair had enjoyed a “beautiful day.”

A Career Defined By Coronation Street

Sean Wilson remains one of Coronation Street’s most recognisable former stars thanks to his two decades playing Martin Platt.

The actor first appeared on the cobbles in 1985 and became a central part of the Platt family storyline. Martin was the husband of Gail Platt, played by Helen Worth, and his character became involved in some of the soap’s biggest family dramas.

Sean remained part of Coronation Street until 2005, leaving behind a memorable legacy after 20 years on the programme.

Although he stepped away from regular appearances, he later returned briefly for a one-off appearance in 2018, reminding viewers of Martin’s importance within the show’s history.

His character’s relationship with Gail was one of the soap’s most memorable partnerships, which made plans for a possible return particularly exciting for long-time fans.

Scrapped Coronation Street Return With Helen Worth

Sean was previously expected to make a return to Coronation Street as part of Helen Worth’s emotional exit storyline.

Helen, who played Gail Platt for more than 50 years, left Weatherfield during the Christmas Day 2024 episode, with Gail eventually departing for France alongside her new husband Jesse Chadwick, played by John Thomson.

The planned storyline would have reunited Sean with his former on-screen wife, creating a nostalgic moment for fans who had followed their relationship over the years.

However, the comeback was scrapped after Sean became involved in a sexual assault allegation, which was later dropped with no further action taken against him.

Greater Manchester Police confirmed that after consultation with senior detectives, the suspect was released without further action.

The force stated that allegations of sexual assault are treated with the utmost seriousness and that support remains available for anyone affected.

Following the development, Sean spoke publicly about the impact the situation had on his life.

Speaking about the experience, he said:

“My reputation was ruined in just eight minutes — my whole world blown apart.”

He explained that he had no knowledge of who had made the complaint and described the period as extremely difficult.

Sean also said the situation affected his family, adding that it was painful having to explain such a serious accusation to his children.

Life Away From Acting

Since stepping away from regular television work, Sean Wilson has built a very different career outside acting.

The former soap star became a successful cheesemaker and launched his own business, Artisan Farm, in 2009.

He has also written several cookbooks, developing a reputation as an expert in traditional cheese-making and food production.

The move from acting to artisan food production represented a dramatic career change, but Sean has embraced his second career while remaining fondly remembered by Coronation Street viewers.

Rather than continuing to chase television roles, he has focused on building his own brand and creating a new identity away from the pressures of fame.

A Fresh Start For A Soap Favourite

Sean’s wedding to Carol marks a positive moment after a challenging few years.

While fans may always remember him as Martin Platt walking the famous cobbles of Weatherfield, his life today is focused on family, business, and new experiences.

The wedding photographs show a happier chapter for the actor, surrounded by friends and celebrating a relationship that has lasted seven years.

For Coronation Street fans, Sean Wilson will always hold a special place in the show’s history. His portrayal of Martin Platt helped shape some of the soap’s most memorable family moments, and many viewers continue to hope they might one day see him back on screen.

For now, however, Sean appears content embracing life away from Weatherfield — and beginning married life with Carol.