Coronation Street fans are convinced Lou Michaelis is returning to the cobbles after actress Farrel Hagerty was spotted at the soap's Christmas party with cast members

A Coronation Street actress has sparked speculation about her return to the soap after joining the cast for a festive gathering. The contentious character made a surprising departure from the show this summer, not long after her first appearance.

Farrel Hagerty, who portrays Lou Michaelis in Coronation Street , was spotted at the programme's Christmas party held at Refuge in Manchester.

Farrel shared a photo on Instagram of herself alongside Julia Goulding , who plays Shona Platt, and Lucy Fallon, who portrays Bethany Platt. Despite leaving the show earlier this year, her presence at the party strongly suggests

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