ITV Share By Tamzin Meyer Nov 20 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Nov 20 2025 Coronation Street’s Helen Worth ‘set to reprise role’ of Gail Platt for festive special She's back one year on Gail Platt Helen Worth Share By Tamzin Meyer Nov 20 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Nov 20 2025 Helen Worth left Coronation Street as Gail Platt (turned Chadwick) last Christmas, but she’s reportedly making her way back. The Corrie legend left the ITV soap last year after a whopping 50 years on our screens. But, it appears she’s on her way back albeit just for a brief appearance. She’s returning to the cobbles (Credit: ITV) Gail Platt ‘set to return’ to Coronation Street for festive scenes Gail Platt left the cobbles on Christmas Day last year. The scenes saw her sail off into the sunset with her new husband, Jesse Chadwick. But, with lots of Platt family drama going on in Weatherfield at the moment, she’s on her way back for a one-off episode. Article Continues Below Read all the latest Spoilers A source told The Sun: “Corrie bosses are keeping the exact details under wraps but it’s understood she takes the chance on Christmas Day to connect with the family. “And it could be more timely as the Platts find themselves in yet another drama, one that they’ve had to deal with by themselves since the Platts’ matriarch moved abroad. “It’s a move which is guaranteed to thrill soap fans, who wondered whether we’d ever catch a glimpse of show favourite Gail on the cobbles again.” It’s been reported that Helen Worth has already filmed these scenes which will air in December. The Platts have been hit with a tough time (Credit: ITV) Current Platt family drama In the year that Gail’s been away, the remaining Platts in Weatherfield have had a lot to deal with. Their year kicked off with a huge fire tearing through their house. It was then revealed that Max had actually been the one to start the fire, going to prison. The family has also seen Bethany Platt return to the cobbles, Lily Platt get a new face due to a recast, and most recently, David and Shona’s baby scan took an emotional turn. The couple were told that their unborn baby had a mass on her neck and will need a complex exit surgery in they wish to continue with the pregnancy. Shona, despite the risks, is adamant that the surgery is the only answer. David’s not so sure. But, will Gail’s return help the couple agree on the best thing to do? Read more: 8 huge things to expect from Coronation Street this Christmas Share Good to Know Share By Tamzin Meyer Nov 20 2025 By Tamzin Meyer Nov 20 2025 Previous Story Next Story