In a moment that left both Emmerdale viewers and pop culture enthusiasts utterly stunned, actress Amy Walsh, best known for portraying the fiery yet kind-hearted Tracy Robinson

on the long-running ITV soap, sent shockwaves across social media. The beloved soap star unveiled a touching photo with her famous sister—none other than Kimberley Walsh,

the glamorous singer, actress, and member of the iconic girl group Girls Aloud.

The reveal came as a delightful surprise to fans, many of whom had no idea that the two women—each successful in their own right—were related. Amy, 38, who is currently expecting her second child with fiancé and former EastEnders star Toby-Alexander Smith, recently stepped out alongside Kimberley, 43, at the Pride of Britain Awards in London. The sisters, both radiant in designer gowns, turned heads as they graced the red carpet with effortless poise and undeniable sisterly chemistry.

Amy later took to Instagram to share a heartwarming snapshot from the event, capturing the moment she and Kimberley beamed beneath the bright lights of the red carpet. Her caption revealed the deep emotion behind the glamorous image. “It’s been one hell of a week,” she wrote. “It started off on Monday at the most amazing Pride of Britain Awards with my big sister and our incredible team. So grateful for the chance to celebrate the bravery and inspiring stories of the incredible winners.”

In a touching follow-up, Amy added with her signature humor, “What a night! Westlife! OMG—my 16-year-old self nearly combusted! It was gorgeous to bump into old friends, too. Thanks so much for having me at Pride of Britain—it was an honor.” She also extended thanks to her hairstylist, noting the “incredible hair-up” that completed her dazzling look.

The post quickly went viral, drawing thousands of likes and hundreds of comments from fans who were floored by the revelation of the Walsh sisters’ family connection. “OMG, I didn’t know you and Kimberley were sisters!” one fan exclaimed. “You could definitely pass as twins—absolutely stunning!” Another wrote, “I was today years old when I realized you and Kimberley are sisters.” Others chimed in with equal enthusiasm, declaring the duo “the most beautiful pair on British TV.”

While Kimberley has long been a household name thanks to her Girls Aloud fame and later work in theatre and presenting, Amy has earned her own loyal following through her work in Emmerdale. Since joining the cast over a decade ago, she has crafted one of the soap’s most compelling arcs. Introduced in 2014 as a love interest for Sam Dingle (James Hooton), Tracy was initially perceived as a light-hearted, flirtatious newcomer. Yet over time, Amy transformed her into one of the show’s emotional anchors—a woman marked by resilience, heartbreak, and hard-earned strength.

Tracy’s turbulent love life has been one of Emmerdale’s most memorable journeys. Her whirlwind romance and eventual marriage to David Metcalfe (Matthew Wolfenden) showcased her softer, more vulnerable side, while her later entanglement with Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter) reignited the fiery spark that has made her a fan favorite. Through betrayal, love triangles, and redemption arcs, Amy’s portrayal has earned her critical praise and solidified her status as one of the soap’s emotional cornerstones.

Off-screen, Amy’s life mirrors her on-screen resilience. The actress has spoken candidly about balancing motherhood with her career, often crediting her partner Toby-Alexander Smith—best known for playing Gray Atkins in EastEnders—for his unwavering support. The couple welcomed their first child in 2021, and their second baby is due later this year. The upcoming addition to their family has only amplified fan excitement, with many followers expressing joy at seeing Amy “glowing with happiness” in her latest public appearances.

Kimberley, too, has carved her own impressive post-Girls Aloud career. After years of chart-topping hits like “Sound of the Underground” and “The Promise,” she transitioned seamlessly into acting and television presenting, proving her talents extended far beyond the pop stage. Her bond with Amy, though often kept private, has always been strong—and their joint appearance at Pride of Britain offered a rare, intimate glimpse into that connection.

As fans flooded Amy’s comment section with love and admiration, one sentiment stood out above the rest: pride. “The Walsh sisters are both so talented, down-to-earth, and gorgeous,” wrote one follower. “It’s so nice to see sisters supporting each other in an industry that can be so tough.”

Indeed, while Emmerdale continues to deliver dramatic twists in the fictional village of the Yorkshire Dales, Amy Walsh’s real-life story—of sisterhood, success, and self-discovery—has become just as inspiring. Whether she’s gracing the screen in gripping emotional scenes or dazzling alongside her popstar sibling at star-studded events, Amy continues to embody the same heartfelt authenticity that has defined her career from the beginning.

From Weatherfield to the West End, the Walsh family continues to dominate the British entertainment scene—and with Amy’s growing family and Kimberley’s continued projects on the horizon, fans can expect even more beautiful moments ahead.