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Denise Welch confirms major TV role for son Louis Healy after wows Newcastle on 1975 tour

Denise Welch is one very proud mam this week, as well as oldest child Matty Healy wowing a packed out crowd at The 175's Newcastle gig,. youngest son Louis is about to hit the small screen in a big way in the new series of a hit ITV drama.

While Denise couldn't be there at the Utilita Arena on Wednesday to see Matty bring the house down and be joined by dad Tim Healy who made a surprise cameo, she posted about the capacity gig on numerous occasions on Thursday, sharing her pride in her son, as fans buzzed about the show which also included a guest appearance from Lewis Capaldi.

And Matty isn't the only Healy making waves this week; Denise has also been very quick to share her pride in Louis, her younger son with ex Tim. Louis has had appearances in Vera, Emmerdale and Ackley Bridge in recent years and he is now reprising his biggest role to date in the new series of Hotel Portofino, having starred in the first as Billy.

READ MORE: Tim Healy steals show with star turn at The 1975's Newcastle gig

Denise shared some shots of Louis on set and wrote: "The wonderful ‘Hotel Portofino’ starts on @itv on February 3rd. A stellar cast led by @natashamcelhone and featuring @healytymd as Billy. You’ll love it!!!"

Louis, who starred alongside dad Tim in Sunday for Sammy in 2018, has also shared a series of black and white shots from the Hotel Portofino set,

Denise's post about the drama received a huge reaction from her celebrity friends and followers. TV host Jenny Powell replied: "I will be watching," with Brookside and Hollyoaks actress Alex Fletcher commenting: "Brilliant."

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