Katherine Kelly is dating “Line of Duty” star Tony Pitts.

The former Coronation Street star is said to have started a relationship with the 60-year-old actor, who played corrupt cop DCS Lester Hargreaves in the BBC police drama series, and the pair have reportedly been together “for some time”.

A source told The Sun newspaper: “Katherine and Tony have been dating for some time. This is common knowledge among their family and friends.”

“They have kept their relationship out of the spotlight but have attended a number of events together this year, including Royal Ascot and ITV Palooza earlier this month.”

The couple appeared in public on Sunday evening (27.11.22) on the red carpet of the “Dancing with Heroes” ball at London’s Landmark Hotel and are said to have met each other’s families.

The source added: “At the Dancing with Heroes ball, Kelly couldn’t keep her hands off Tony and was stroking the back of his head the entire evening.

“They got to know each other’s families and went on holiday together with their respective children at the beginning of the year.

“Katherine is incredibly happy with Tony and it’s clear that they are a really good fit.”

In August 2020, Katherine confirmed that she had separated from her husband Ryan Clark, with whom she has daughters Orla (8) and Rose (5).

A spokesman said at the time: “Katherine and Ryan have made the difficult decision to separate.

“They see it as a positive step for both of them and the separation is entirely amicable.

“Their children are their top priority and they will continue to work together as good friends to raise their children.”