"Welcome home, Harold": Iconic Neighbours actor returns to Ramsay Street
More than 15 years after his departure, Harold Bishop is returning to Ramsay Street.
Ian Smith's character has long been a fan favourite on Neighbours, after originally starring on the soap between 1987 and 1991, before he returned in 1996 until his departure in 2009.
Since then, Harold has made multiple guest appearances, including in the 2022 finale.
When Amazon picked up the Aussie show, Smith rejoined the cast for a short time but quickly left after a health scare.
But now, Harold is making another comeback.
The official Neighbours Instagram shared the exciting news of his return, writing, “After 15 years of living away, the legendary Harold Bishop is returning to Erinsborough."
“We are thrilled to welcome Ian Smith back to the show and the opening titles, where he belongs.”
Fan were quick to flood the comment section with excitable messages, rejoicing in the fact that a fan favourite character was returning.
“The best news. The show misses an elder character like Harold,” one person wrote.
Another commented, “Absolutely amazing news to wake up too. Welcome home, Harold.”
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