Paddy Bever (born 26th November 2002) has appeared as Max Turner on Coronation Street since September 2021, taking over the role from Harry McDermott who had played the character from August 2010 until December 2020.
He is a former member of the Cheadle Hulme Players Youth Theatre and has also attended the Manchester School of Acting. His role as Max is his first acting job. He won the Rising Star award at the National Television Awards in October 2022.