Actors Katie McGlynn and Max Bowden have confirmed their relationship is back on, with McGlynn sharing images of the couple together on Instagram on Friday. The public display of affection occurred during a weekend at Manchester Pride, following reports earlier this year that the pair had secretly reunited.
McGlynn, 33, known for her role as Sinead Tinker in "Coronation Street," and Bowden, 31, who portrayed Ben Mitchell in "EastEnders," were first reported to have reconciled in April. Their initial romance reportedly began after they starred together in the play "Murder at Midnight." The couple reportedly ended their relationship in December 2025 but are now seemingly back together.
McGlynn documented their weekend at Manchester Pride, sharing several photos on social media that included the couple. One image showed McGlynn smiling alongside Bowden, who was making a humorous expression. Other pictures featured the duo with friends at an event at Velvet Manchester.
McGlynn was seen in a sparkly black top and silver miniskirt, later changing into a T-shirt for the festivities. Bowden opted for a casual white T-shirt and a backward baseball cap.
Reports in April suggested that Bowden had been spending time at McGlynn's home in Manchester, indicating a rekindled connection. A source at the time told The Sun that while their initial romance was brief, they had remained friends and decided to give their relationship another try, aiming to keep things private.
The pair were first linked in December after being seen kissing during a night out in Worcestershire following a performance of "Murder at Midnight." At that time, sources indicated that they had known each other for years through the soap opera industry and shared common interests. The sources noted their chemistry and suggested a potential future for the couple.
McGlynn's past relationships include a two-year relationship with "TOWIE" star Ricky Rayment, which ended in July 2025. Bowden's previous relationship was with Tori Allen-Martin, whom he met while starring in the musical "Midnight Cowboy." They reportedly separated in September 2025 after being described as inseparable during the show's run.