Hollyoaks is set to welcome back one of its most iconic and villainous characters, Clare Devine, portrayed by actress Gemma Bissix, in a highly anticipated comeback that promises to shake up the village once again.
A Villainous Return
Just months after her dramatic exit from the long-running Channel 4 soap, Clare Devine is staging a massive return to Hollyoaks. This marks another shocking twist for the character, who famously made a comeback from the dead last year, a full decade after her supposed demise. Her previous return left her sister, Grace Black, played by Tamara Wall, reeling and quickly established Clare as a central figure in the village's exploitation operation, as she was revealed to be the wife of DI Banks.
Iconic Legacy and Anniversary Impact
Given Clare's iconic status in Hollyoaks, with Gemma Bissix having played the character across various stints since 2006, it was a natural decision to feature her prominently during the show's 30th anniversary year. That anniversary proved to be eventful, with Clare involved in a dramatic plane crash orchestrated by killer Jez Blake, portrayed by Jeremy Sheffield, which wreaked havoc across the village.
Tragedy struck further when Clare accidentally shot Grace, leading to her death in subsequent scenes. The last viewers saw of Clare, she was being carted away by police officers, kicking and screaming, with Froggy, played by John Middleton, playing a key role in her arrest.
Explosive Comeback and Fan Reactions
Now, Clare has promised to return, and reports indicate that star Gemma Bissix is already back on set filming new scenes. A source told The Sun, 'There are going to be a lot of people who aren't happy to see her after what she did to Grace, and she could find herself in serious danger. Her return is definitely going to be explosive.'
Metro has reached out to Hollyoaks for comment on this development. Clare's latest stint has been well-received by fans of the soap, and Gemma previously expressed surprise at the character's return, stating in an interview last June, 'It was something that wasn't really in my sights – because she was dead! I didn't really think that it was going to happen again.'
What's Next for Clare?
Fans are eagerly anticipating what Clare has in store upon her return, with revenge likely on her mind. Froggy, in particular, had better watch out, as Clare's comeback is expected to bring intense drama and danger to the village. This return adds to the ongoing excitement in Hollyoaks, which continues to deliver gripping storylines and character developments.
Hollyoaks streams Mondays to Wednesdays from 6am on Channel 4's streaming platform, with episodes airing on TV at 7pm on E4.
