BBC Waterloo Road fans say 'tell me I'm not dreaming' as major return announced

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Waterloo Road fans have been given an early Christmas gift as they were left delighted by the news that Jason Merrells is returning to for the next series.

The actor was part of the school-based BBC show's original cast as head teacher Jack Rimmer when it launched in 2006 before leaving after three series and 27 episodes, and he'll be making a guest appearance in the new season in February 2025.

He said in a statement: "I left the OG series of 'Waterloo Road' ... with very fond memories of building a character in such a great ensemble and with such an important story.

When I saw the renewed interest from another generation - who weren’t born when we made the original - I was heartened and surprised. READ MORE: ITV I'm A Celebrity's Oti Mabuse says 'explain yourself' as she calls out campmate amid 'saying goodbye' "Jack Rimmer was probably my favourite long running character I’ve played on television, and going back for this new incarnation to tell this story of who Jack has become over the intervening years has been an absolute pleasure.