Coronation Street: Fans Predict Shock Return for Bradley Walsh After Nearly 20 Years

Is Danny Baldwin Headed Back to Weatherfield?
Coronation Street viewers are buzzing with speculation that Bradley Walsh could be about to make a sensational return to the cobbles, nearly two decades after his character, Danny Baldwin, departed Weatherfield for a new life in Spain.

Bradley joined the long-running ITV soap in 2004, playing Danny, the charismatic and sometimes ruthless son of factory boss Mike Baldwin. His sharp wit, tangled romances, and bold business moves made him one of the most memorable faces of the Baldwin family legacy.

Coronation Street return 'sealed' for Bradley Walsh as Danny Baldwin after  19 years - Liverpool Echo

A Fan Theory Gains Traction
In recent days, Corrie fan forums and Facebook groups have been filled with speculation about Danny’s possible comeback. One fan wrote, “Bradley Walsh said a few years back he wouldn’t rule out a return to the Street — imagine the drama if Danny came back now.” Another added, “He’s got family ties to Weatherfield still. Adam is his half-brother. A reunion would be amazing!”

Many believe that with Adam Barlow currently facing his own troubles, a surprise appearance from Danny could shake up the Street and breathe fresh life into the Baldwin family name.

From Factory Feuds to Scandalous Affairs
Danny’s time in Coronation Street was anything but quiet. Viewers will remember his explosive affair with Leanne Battersby — who was, at the time, dating his son Jamie — and his ruthless streak in business, which led him to take control of the Underworld factory before selling it off to Paul Connor.

His 2006 exit saw him leave for Spain, seemingly to start over, but soap fans know that few characters ever stay gone for good.The actor has also purchased a wide stretch of land overlooking a golf club

Bradley Walsh’s Own Hints at a Comeback
Although Bradley has since become one of British television’s most recognisable faces through The ChaseBlankety Blank, and Bradley and Barney: Breaking Dad, he’s never fully closed the door on Coronation Street.

Speaking on The Jonathan Ross Show in 2014, Bradley teased, “You never know what’s around the corner — other than more corners.” He also recalled how the late Bill Tarmey, who played Jack Duckworth, gave him some advice that has stuck with him ever since: “Always remember lad, don’t get killed off. It’ll be your pension.”CORONATION STREET

Could a Baldwin Revival Be on the Way?
With Coronation Street recently reintroducing legacy families and revisiting long-forgotten storylines, a Danny Baldwin return could fit perfectly into the show’s current direction. Whether for a short guest stint or a full comeback, fans are eager to see if Bradley Walsh will once again step onto the cobbles.