Shirtless Will Mellor shows off his ripped physique during family trip to the Caribbean

Shirtless Will Mellor, 47, shows off his ripped physique as he cuddles up to his wife Michelle on a family vacation in the Caribbean after declaring he’s in the ‘best shape I’ve been in years’

Will Mellor proudly showed off his toned physique in a series of Instagram snaps on Thursday, after stating that he’s the “best shape I’ve been in for years.”

The Coronation Street actor, 47, who appeared in the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing and made it to the semi-finals, has flown to the Caribbean with his wife Michelle and their children Jayden, 19, and Renee, 15.

Will looked like he was having the time of his life as he chartered a yacht to enjoy a trip out to sea.

In one photo, the soap star was beaming as he flaunted his six-pack in board shorts as she posed next to Michelle, who looked stunning in an animal-print swimsuit and net covering.

Other snaps included the family gathering to watch the sunset and a beaming selfie.

Ripped: Will Mellor proudly showed off his muscular physique in a series of Instagram snaps on Thursday, after declaring he’s in the ‘best shape I’ve been in for years’

Trip of a lifetime: The Coronation Street actor, 47, who appeared in the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing and reached the semi-finals has headed to the Caribbean

Trip of a lifetime: The Coronation Street actor, 47, who appeared in the latest series of Strictly Come Dancing and reached the semi-finals has headed to the Caribbean

Will captioned the post: ‘Waited 3 years for this trip with the family! Make fantastic memories! #blessed #familytime #lovinglife #goodtimes #holiday #caribean @solis_charter’.

In February, Will stated that he was in the “best shape I’ve had in years.”

The actor credited Strictly for his transformation.

The star took to Instagram and posed shirtless to proudly show off his ripped abs.

Captioning the post, he wrote: ‘Best shape I’ve been in for years!!!

Thanks @bbcstrictly! I’m not looking for compliments and don’t usually post things like this, but I’m 46 and feel great so I’m going to try and keep it up. Also so good for my mental health!’

The actor previously opened up about his physical transformation from the show, admitting that his wife loves his new body and he can’t wait to hit the beach and show it off.

While still on Strictly, Will joked that he should take his shirt off somewhere warm as his time on the BBC dance competition came to an end to make the most of his fit physique.

Family holiday: he has been joined by his wife Michelle and their children Jayden, 19, and Renee, 15

Family holiday: he has been joined by his wife Michelle and their children Jayden, 19, and Renee, 15

Happy: Will captioned the post: 'Waited 3 years for this family trip!  Make fantastic memories!  #blessed #familytime #lovinglife #goodtimes #holiday #caribean

Happy: Will captioned the post: ‘Waited 3 years for this family trip! Make fantastic memories! #blessed #familytime #lovinglife #goodtimes #holiday #caribean

Vacation: Will looked like he was having the time of his life as he chartered a yacht to enjoy a trip at sea and shared a selection of family photos

Vacation: Will looked like he was having the time of his life as he chartered a yacht to enjoy a trip at sea and shared a selection of family photos

Speak against The mirrorhe added that he’s the “fittest he’s been in years” and said his wife Michelle certainly wasn’t complaining.

Adding to his transformation, Will told the publication, “My wife certainly doesn’t mind… I look great now.”

“I’m 46, I’m not a young man anymore, but I feel the fittest I’ve felt in years. It’s really good.

“Maybe I should fly somewhere when this is all over so I can get my new body out!”

The star was taken off the show after a successful run where he progressed to the semi-finals.

Muscular: In February, Will stated that he was in the

Muscular: In February, Will stated that he was in the “best shape I’ve had in years.” The actor credited Strictly for his transformation