Kate Ford, 1976
Actors · December 29, 1976
Kate Ford
★ HOW OLD IS KATE FORD?
Kate Ford is 49 years old, born December 29, 1976 in United Kingdom · Capricorn.
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About
Kate Ford anchored Tracy Barlow across two decades of Coronation Street, the ITV soap that made her a British household name. Born in Salford in 1976, she trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art before landing the role that would define her career. A Capricorn with life-path 1, she embodies the pioneering energy of a foundational performer.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Kate Ford is best known for playing Tracy Barlow in Coronation Street, ITV's long-running soap opera, a role she held from 2002–2007 and resumed in 2010, continuing to the present. Born 29 December 1976 in Salford, Greater Manchester, Ford grew up in the North West before training formally at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art. She attended Queen Elizabeth School in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria and Blackpool and The Fylde College, Lancashire before pursuing her acting career. As an actress, Ford performs across television mediums, bringing characters to life through sustained dramatic work. A Capricorn born in late December, she carries the sign's reputation for discipline and long-term commitment—traits evident in her two-decade tenure with a single character. Her English heritage and Northern roots ground her in a rich tradition of British television drama.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Ford trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art after completing her secondary and college education in the North West. She attended Queen Elizabeth School in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria and Blackpool and The Fylde College, Lancashire before pursuing professional acting. Her formal training prepared her for her breakthrough role in Coronation Street.
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Trivia
- Ford was born in Salford, Greater Manchester, a city that would remain central to her career through her role in the Manchester-set Coronation Street.
- She trained at the Webber Douglas Academy of Dramatic Art, one of the UK's prestigious drama schools.
- Ford's portrayal of Tracy Barlow spanned two separate periods: 2002–2007 and 2010 onwards, making her one of Coronation Street's enduring cast members.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and self-reliant. Kate Ford tend to step into pioneer roles early and prefer setting direction over following it.
★ ALL LIFE-PATH 1 CELEBS →★ ASTROLOGY
Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
- Rae Lil BlackRat · 1996
- Yung GravyRat · 1996
- IsaacMonkey · 2004
- Robbie UreMonkey · 2004
- Seol In-ahRat · 1996
CHALLENGING
- Alexander GouldDog · 1994
- Jean-Carl Boucher
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Kate Ford?
- Kate Ford is 49 years old (born December 29, 1976).
- When is Kate Ford's birthday?
- Kate Ford was born on December 29, 1976.
- What is Kate Ford's zodiac sign?
- Kate Ford is a Capricorn, born December 29, 1976.
- What is Kate Ford's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Kate Ford was born in 1976, the year of the Fire Dragon.
- Where is Kate Ford from?
- Kate Ford is from United Kingdom.
- What does Kate Ford do?
- Kate Ford is a actor.
- Is Kate Ford still alive?
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