David Platt (also Tilsley) is a fictional character from the British ITV soap opera Coronation Street. He was born on-screen during the episode broadcast on 26 December 1990. He was played by Thomas Ormson from his first appearance until 15 March 2000 when Ormson left.

David Platt (previously Tilsley) is Gail Chadwick's youngest son, half-brother of Nick Tilsley and Sarah Platt, husband of Shona and father of Max and Lily through his deceased first wife, Kylie.

He is known for portraying the role of David Platt on the ITV soap opera Coronation Street since 2000. For his portrayal of David, he has won various awards, including the British Soap Award for Villain of the Year in 2008 and Best Actor in 2018.

3 days ago · Next week in Coronation Street, the Platt house will be set on fire – and lives are in danger. David Platt (Jack P Shepherd) will reach a conclusion in the coming days which changes everything.

4 days ago · Coronation Street spoilers as dates and suspects confirmed for devastating Platt house explosion

1 day ago · Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd (David Platt) celebrates 25 years on the ITV soap ahead of next week's explosive fire at the Platts - but it comes just weeks after good friend Colson Smith ...

Oct 22, 2024 · A sad exit could be on the way for one Coronation Street legend if a new theory is correct. David Platt has sparked fears he will be killed off after a major twist this week.

Dec 17, 2024 · Coronation Street star Jack P Shepherd has revealed that he refused to look "terrified" while filming scenes with David Platt's new enemies.

David is courting with disaster when he decides to take the law into his own hands. How did the sweet, cheeky lad from Weatherfield come to be masterminding a quest for vengeance? We take a look...

Coronation Street 's David Platt is doubted by some of his closest family members next week after a suspicious house fire. Show bosses have confirmed that an arsonist is about to target...