Julie Hesmondhalgh rejoins Loose Women after 25 years

Julie Hesmondhalgh, known for her role as Hayley Cropper in Coronation Street, is returning to the panel of Loose Women. She last appeared on the show 25 years ago. Julie will join the regular panelists on Thursday afternoon's episode. During the show, the group will discuss various topics including aging, a new documentary about Michael Jackson, and password fatigue. Julie will also share insights about her current project, Mr Bates vs The Post Office. Julie was part of the Loose Women team from 1998 to 2014, while she was filming for Coronation Street. In 2019, Kaye Adams reminisced about their time together on the show, highlighting Julie's warmth and integrity. Julie is currently performing in a one-woman play titled The Greatest Play in the History of the World at Trafalgar Studio. Her return to Loose Women is anticipated by many fans.