Fans of Coronation Street, it’s time to get excited — or at least cautiously hopeful. Helen Flanagan, the actress behind the unforgettable Rosie Webster, has expressed her interest in returning to Weatherfield. But here’s the twist: despite her enthusiasm, why hasn’t the actress made her comeback yet? With so many potential storylines in the works, these Coronation Street spoilers will have you wondering if Rosie’s return is possible in the cobbles or not.
Helen Flanagan Wants to Return, But ITV Hasn’t Made the Call
Helen Flanagan has made no secret of her desire to reprise her role as Rosie Webster. Speaking at Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland opening, she said: “I’d absolutely love to, but they haven’t invited me back. I suppose they’d need to ask me!”
Rosie hasn’t been seen on the cobbles since 2018 when Helen left to go on maternity leave ahead of the birth of her third child. While fans have been eagerly awaiting her return, it seems the producers haven’t yet taken the plunge.
Helen has even pitched ideas for Rosie’s comeback, joking during an interview on Lorraine: “I would like Rosie to come back with loads of kids and cause chaos and fob them off to [her mum] Sally and just be wild.” Can’t you just picture the hilarity of Sally Webster juggling her council duties while dealing with a houseful of grandchildren?
Why Rosie Webster’s Return Could Be Perfect for the Show
Rosie Webster has always been a source of comic relief on Coronation Street. From her teenage rebellion to her over-the-top attempts at a modeling career, Rosie’s storylines were equal parts chaotic and entertaining. A return could breathe new life into the Webster family dynamic. With Sally and Tim already dealing with their own dramas, adding Rosie (and potentially her kids) into the mix would be a recipe for classic Coronation Street humor.
Helen herself said she’d love to step back into Rosie’s shoes, particularly in a light-hearted storyline. “I think it would be so fun to see Rosie causing chaos again,” she told Lorraine. And let’s be honest, who wouldn’t want to see Weatherfield’s favorite whirlwind of trouble back on screen?
From Weatherfield to Reality TV
Helen first joined Coronation Street in 2000, playing Rosie Webster from the age of nine. She remained a regular fixture until 2012, leaving to explore other opportunities before returning briefly in 2017.
Since then, Helen has kept busy with reality TV, appearing on shows like I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and Celebs Go Dating. While her reality TV appearances have been entertaining, fans continue to hope for her return to the cobbles, where her character made such a lasting impact.
Will Rosie Webster Return?
While Helen Flanagan is clearly ready to make a comeback, the decision lies with ITV. Could Rosie’s return bring a dose of humor and nostalgia to the show? With Helen’s enthusiasm and fans clamoring for her to rejoin, the timing feels right for her to step back onto the cobbles.
As we await confirmation, these Coronation Street spoilers leave us hopeful for what’s to come. Rosie Webster’s return could be the shake-up Weatherfield needs — fingers crossed the producers agree! Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily to find out whether Rosie is coming back and for all the latest updates on Coronation Street.
