Chris Gascoyne

Christopher "Chris" Gascoyne (born 31 January 1968)^[1] is an English actor, who is known for his role as the seventh Peter Barlow in the long-running ITV soap opera Coronation Street (2000–2003, 2007–present). Gascoyne has been nominated for several accolades at the British Soap Awards for his portrayal of Peter Barlow.

Chris Gascoyne
Gascoyne in February 2016
Born	Christopher Gascoyne (1968-01-31) 31 January 1968 (age 57) Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire, England
Occupation	Actor
Years active	1983–present
Television	Coronation Street (2000–2003, 2007–)
Spouse	Caroline Harding (m. 2002)
Children	3

Early life

Gascoyne was born on 31 January 1968 in Huthwaite, Nottinghamshire to Marian and Derrick Gascoyne. He attended Ashfield School, Kirkby in Ashfield.^[2] Gascoyne trained at the Central School of Speech and Drama.^[3]

Personal life

Gascoyne lives in Chorlton, Manchester with his wife, actress Caroline Harding. They have three children.^[2]

Awards and nominations

Year	Award	Category	Result	Ref
2010	British Soap Awards	Best Actor	Nominated
		Best Dramatic Performance	Nominated
2011		Best Actor	Nominated	[4]
	All About Soap Awards		Nominated	[5]
2012	British Soap Awards		Nominated	[6]