Helen Worth is making a much-anticipated return to the cobbles as Gail Platt after months away, but this comeback might be her last. Earlier this year, Helen decided to leave the iconic role she’s played for 50 years. Next week, she is back- but not for long. According to Coronation Street spoilers, Helen’s brief return is reportedly to give Gail the send-off she deserves. Read on for more details!
Is Helen Returning As A Guest?
Helen Worth (Gail Platt) is coming back after months away. Viewers must know that the actress officially left Weatherfield earlier this year. But on-screen, Gail is returning for her farewell. Last week, fans took to X to share their excitement about Worth’s comeback.
One fan mentioned that Gail is included in next week’s cast list, while another expressed that her return has been long-awaited. A third fan remarked, “About time! Be terrible if her exit story didn’t actually have any scenes with her.”
Despite the excitement, there is speculation that this return may be brief, as it appears the soap star is just here to give her character a fitting exit storyline that honours her 50-year tenure on the soap. One fan speculated that the timing of Helen Worth’s return might be due to her being out of contract.
The viewer suggested that her absence on screen could be because scripts for the next six months had already been planned, delaying her exit storyline. Another fan commented, “Yes, it feels a bit like a guest stint to write her out.” A third fan also believed that the timeline made sense.
They speculated that Worth may have decided not to renew her contract but was willing to return for an exit storyline when convenient. Corrie bosses had previously reassured fans that Gail would receive a ‘happy ending.’ The Executive Producer, Iain MacLeod, revealed that Gail Platt would not be killed, as it didn’t seem appropriate.
He noted that Gail had endured a tough life. Therefore, the decision was made to give her a happy ending. Previously, Sean was supposed to return to the soap for Gail’s exit, but he had to step down for personal reasons. Let us see how her story concludes. For more Coronation Street spoilers, keep checking Soap Opera Daily! Also, don’t forget to drop your suggestion for Gail’s exit below!
