Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas is reportedly dating ex-Hollyoaks actress Candy McCulloch.
They were spotted on a date at an Italian restaurant in Manchester, reports the Daily Star Sunday.
A source told the newspaper: "Candy's been friends with Ryan for a long time but it was never anything more until recently because they've both been in relationships. They went on their first date and got on like a house on fire."
McCulloch previously dated rapper Professor Green, but the couple are said to have split recently.
The source added: "Candy's a lovely girl but things with her and Professor Green just weren't working out. They both decided it was time to move on.
"When Ryan asked her out on a date she was over the moon and while it's early days it seems like they're both really into each other."
Candy McCulloch pictured with Professor Green at the BRIT Awards 2011 in February
