Coronation Street actor Alan Halsall has reportedly hit a major snag regarding his upcoming appearance on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! as his knee injury, which had forced him out of the 2023 series, has reportedly flared up again.
The 42-year-old star, known for his role as Tyrone Dobbs on the ITV soap, had to withdraw last-minute from a padel tournament due to issues with his knee. Alan, who is still slated to head into the jungle on November 17 for the latest series, might need to be excluded from certain challenges as a precaution due to this reoccurring injury.
Last November, Alan underwent significant knee surgery to reconstruct his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), involving the removal of the damaged ligament and replacing it with a tendon from another part of his leg. He shared with fans at the time that his recovery could take as long as a year.
According to an insider, “Alan had planned to join a padel competition but had to drop out at the last minute due to knee troubles. While he’s generally okay, he needs to be cautious, and there’s a chance he might need to skip some trials.”
At the time of his surgery, Alan posted an update with a photo, saying, “ACL Reconstruction surgery complete. I was told everything went smoothly, but I have a challenging 9-12 months of recovery ahead. With support from friends and family, I know I’ll get through it. A big thank you to the staff at Oaklands and my own nurse, @missdrewmerry93.”
Alan had previously been set to participate in the 2023 series of I’m A Celebrity, but his recovery timetable prevented him. A source told The Mirror then, “It’s a disappointment, but Alan’s doctor insists he’s not ready for the show just yet.”
Coronation Street representatives also confirmed that while Tyrone would appear on-screen for the next couple of months due to advance filming, Alan would be taking a short lea
