Coronation Street fans say 'it's finally happening' as major return marks beginning of exit
manchestereveningnews.co.ukCoronation Street fans have said 'it's finally happening' as they responded to Gail Platt's return. It's been a while since viewers of the ITV soap spotted the Weatherfield matriarch, played by Helen Worth, on-screen.
And they want to make the most of her while they can as it was confirmed in June that Gail will be leaving the cobbles after soap legend Helen decided to step down from her long-running role after an incredible 50 years.
It was previously confirmed that the 73-year-old started filming her exit story in July and the emotional scenes will be on screen by the end of the year. READ MORE: Coronation Street Simon star's new job three months after 'obvious' exit as he addresses 'sadness' READ MORE: Read more of our Coronation Street stories here But it was during Wednesday night's (September 4) visit to Weatherfield that Gail's return was spotted by fans.
She was seen at No.8 Coronation Street where there were celebrations in order as Max Turner turned 18. Later, the family, including Gail, Audrey Roberts, David Platt and Shona Platt, were celebrating Max's milestone birthday in the Bistro with a meal and some drinks, hosted by Max's uncle Nick Tilsley.
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