Addison Returns to Seattle Grace

When the networks announced their return schedules, Private Practice fans were less than thrilled to learn that they would have to wait until the fall to see new episodes. However, those of us who loved Addison Montgomery on Grey's Anatomy won't have wait quite as long to see our favorite doc....

Kate Walsh is heading back to Seattle Grace for at least one episode this spring! Grey's Anatomy returns for five new episodes beginning April 24, but ABC didn't indicate exactly when we can expect to see the ex-Mrs. McDreamy or if any of her Oceanside Wellness buddies are coming along for the ride.

I wonder what she'll have to say about the whole Meredith/Derek/Rose situation -- I can't help but think she may be just a little pleased to learn that Derek and Meredith are no longer a couple.

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