Hollyoaks will pay homage to fan-favourite villain Clare Devine in an upcoming episode, 11 years after her character was killed off. The mention comes as Grace Black, Clare's sister, teams up with Freddie Roscoe to hunt down their late father Fraser Black's hidden fortune.
In scenes set to air next week, Freddie searches The Loft while owner Warren Fox is away, and stumbles upon a memorial from Clare's funeral. This nod to the past is likely to reignite calls from viewers for Clare to return, especially given the recent wave of comebacks including Freddie, Grace, Robbie Roscoe, and Hannah Ashworth.
Fans have taken to social media to express their desire for Clare's return, with one writing: 'Now Grace is coming back I wish the producers could bring back the legend that is Clare Devine she is one of the best soap villains of all time.' Another added: 'Bring back Clare Devine to mess with him and Mercedes!'
The mention comes amid major changes for the soap, including a time jump of one year and potential cast cuts. Executive Producer Hannah Cheers confirmed that some 'much-loved' characters will leave sooner than expected as part of the show's new three-episode weekly format.
