Coronation Street star Simon Gregson is dating a cleaning lady.

The actor, who plays Steve McDonald on the soap, met Emma Gleave at a party before Christmas.

A friend told The People, "He is completely smitten with Emma. Everyone can't help noticing how happy he is."

Gregson's previous girlfriend Joanna Simpson moved out of his £500,000 home in Cheshire last November.

The pal added, "Luckily, Emma has put a smile back on his face."