Coronation Street’s Kym Marsh reveals that she has become a grandmother for the first time

The 42-year-old confirmed the news on Instagram.

Coronation Street's Kym Marsh has revealed that she has become a grandmother for the first time after her daughter, Emilie Cunliffe, gave birth. Taking to Instagram, she shared a black-and-white photo of the little boy's hand to confirm the happy news. Kym, who revealed earlier this year that she wanted to be called Loli instead of grandma, captioned the photo:

"Last night was a night I will never forget. I became a 'Loli' for the first time!!! My beautiful daughter was an absolute warrior and her partner and I were the best birthing team we could be! "I was so honoured to have been a part of bringing him into the world. "My beautiful grandson, I love you I will always love you and I promise to help guide you through life as best I can. Welcome to the world 'Baby Hoz' #name to follow."

The news comes a few months after Kym announced she would be leaving Coronation Street. Back in February, she said that she was going to be taking a break from Coronation Street - but promised viewers "it isn't the last you've heard of Michelle Connor." The actress first appeared on Corrie in a cameo role, playing Michelle Connor, back in 2006. Her popularity with viewers landed her a permanent role on the soap. Kym confirmed the news in a statement, which said:

"When I was lucky enough to be offered four episodes on Coronation Street, I could never in my wildest dreams have thought I’d be here thirteen years later "It’s been an incredibly difficult decision but it feels like the right time for me to take a break from the show and explore some other roles. "But this isn’t the last you’ve heard of Michelle Connor, she’ll be back! I can’t wait to see what the writers have in store for the future."