She departed her nine-year run on Coronation Street in 2016.
But after producer Kate Oates confirmed Alison King’s return to the Cobbles in August, the 44-year-old was spotted back on set to film her explosive new storyline.
The soap-star, who takes on the role of, Carla Connor character, looked stylish in a leopard print coat as she shot her first scenes alongside Shayne Ward (playing Aidan Connor).
She’s back! Alison King was spotted back on the Coronation Street set to film her explosive new comeback storyline
Co-star: The soap-star shot her first scenes alongside Shayne Ward (playing Aidan Connor)
During her time on the show the first time round, Alison’s character has endured some pretty dramatic storylines.
But despite the past, the actress looked to be in high spirits as she flashed a huge smile in-between takes.
Alison was clearly dressed to make an impression in the animal print coat, paired with all black essentials underneath.
A subtle coat of make-up, focusing on blusher, enhanced her striking features while her dip-dyed brunette locks effortlessly caught the wind.
Happy to be there: The actress looked to be in high spirits as she flashed a huge smile in-between takes
Stylish: Alison was clearly dressed to make an impression in the animal print coat, paired with all black essentials underneath
Beauty: A subtle coat of make-up, focusing on blusher, enhanced her striking features while her dip-dyed brunette locks effortlessly caught the wind
Alison’s return to the popular ITV soap was confirmed by producer Kate in an interview with Radio Times, after rumours swirled she was set to re-join.
Kate explained: ‘It’s been rumoured that Carla’s coming back. But it was never true. Even the latest indications of it.’
She went on to reveal her character is set for an explosive return in the winter months, adding: ‘Ali has only just signed her contract and she’ll be back around Christmas.’
Carla braved a dramatic time on the show – enduring a battle with alcoholism, a horrific rape and a kidnap over her nine years on the soap.
Revealing all! Producer Kate Oates confirmed Alison King’s return to the Cobbles in August
Explosive: Carla braved a dramatic time on the show – enduring a battle with alcoholism, a horrific rape and a kidnap over her nine years on the soap
Loving it: Shayne was thrilled of Alison’s presence on set as he couldn’t wipe the smile from his face
Trendy: The former X Factor star looked hunky in a long grey coat, striped jumper and dark wash denims
However, the new producer admitted that things would be different this time round, and Alison would instead bring a ‘refreshing dynamic’ to the beloved ITV series.
‘It’s time to break new ground with Carla,’ she revealed. ‘I didn’t want to put her on that familiar cycle of self-destruction, recovery, followed by more self-destruction.
‘What we’ll have instead are these two strong Connor women – Carla and Michelle – on opposing sides and in conflict for a change. It’ll be a refreshing dynamic for us to see.’
Carla left in May 2016 to embark on a new life in Devon – with the actress departing to pursue other projects, and spend more time with her daughter Daisy.
Meanwhile, all hell is set to break look in upcoming scenes for Coronation Street.
In scenes yet to air on the ITV soap, Reverend Billy Mayhew, who is allegedly guilty of the death of Susan Barlow, will be set on by a thug.
In nail-biting stills of the scene, Mayhew is kneed in the groin after he emerges from court – but is saved by Peter Barlow.
Explosive: In scenes yet to air on Coronation Street, Reverend Billy Mayhew, who is allegedly guilty of the death of Susan Barlow, will be set on by a thug
Upcoming scenes will see Billy (Daniel Brocklebank) confess that he has killed Susan Barlow.
However, ahead of the admission, the vicar will be attacked by a none-too-pleased thug who proceeds to kick and punch him.
The day is then saved by Peter who comes and wrestles the thug off Billy.
Peter at this point doesn’t suspect Billy of the murder of his twin sister and doesn’t think twice in coming to his rescue.
Dramatic: In nail-biting stills of the scene, Mayhew is kneed in the groin after he emerges from court – but is saved by Peter Barlow
Intense: The vicar will be attacked by a none-too-pleased thug who proceeds to kick and punch Billy
Everyone on the Cobbles assumed that Susan had passed away in a major car accident back in 2001 after she lost control oh her vehicle.
And all these years Billy has been keeping the dark secret that he was the one behind her death.
The intense story line is set to be cause major heartbreak and will come to an explosive culmination at Christmas time.
Hero: The day is then saved by Peter who comes and wrestles the thug off Billy
Storyline: Everyone on the Cobbles assumed that Susan had passed away in a major car accident. But Billy has been keeping the dark secret that he was the one behind her death
A source told The Sun: ‘Billy is one of the nicest men on the Street, and fans see him as a mild-mannered voice of reason in amongst all the chaos.
‘But in the coming weeks, fans will discover there is much more to Billy than previously thought – and he’s been harbouring a dark secret.’
‘For 16 years he’s been wracked by guilt knowing that he killed Susan, and finally things come to a head as he reveals to Todd he caused the accident when she died.’