In a playful Instagram post this morning, former Emmerdale star Adam Thomas sent fans into a frenzy with a bombshell snap alongside the iconic sign that read “I’m back.” Captioning it with the same phrase, Adam teased a possible return to the ITV soap, causing his followers to erupt with excitement. One fan even commented, “Is this true? Please be true!” while another wrote, “I really hope this is true, as you were my favorite Barton ever.”
Adam’s character, Adam Barton, was last seen fleeing the Dales in January 2018, after taking the fall for the murder of his stepmother, Emma Barton, to protect his mother, Moira Dingle. His dramatic exit came as Adam’s loyalty to his family reached its breaking point, and fans have missed the beloved character ever since.
While the internet has been buzzing with speculations about Adam’s return, it appears that his set visit wasn’t for a permanent comeback. Adam’s playful post turned out to be a tease, with many fans quickly realizing that the actor was on set for another project, likely related to the filming of You Bet on tour in the village. However, the excitement was real, with fans still holding on to the hope that Adam Barton could one day return to Emmerdale.
Though there are currently no confirmed plans for his return, Adam has been keeping busy with new projects. He is currently starring in Waterloo Road on BBC 1 as Dant Charles and has also ventured into the world of game shows with his new series, 99 to Beat, alongside his brother Ryan Thomas. Adam’s busy schedule and new ventures make his return to Emmerdale unlikely, at least for now, but fans are still holding on to the idea of a potential comeback.
Interestingly, Adam’s brother, Ryan Thomas, recently made a brief return to Coronation Street, reprising his role as Jason Grimshaw for his onscreen mother Eileen Grimshaw’s exit storyline. Ryan’s return was short but memorable, with Eileen leaving Weatherfield after 25 years to start a new chapter in Thailand with her son. Fans were left disappointed when Ryan’s return was brief, but the heartfelt scenes were a memorable send-off for Eileen.
Could Adam’s return to Emmerdale follow in his brother’s footsteps? While it’s unclear whether Adam will make a full return to the Dales, there’s no doubt that the actor remains a fan favourite. His potential comeback, even if for a short stint, could be just what Emmerdale needs to shake things up. Fans still hold onto hope that they will see Adam Barton back in the Dales one day to add more drama to the already unpredictable Emmerdale storyline.
Stay tuned, because while Adam might not be returning just yet, the possibility of his comeback continues to fuel fans’ imaginations and Emmerdale discussions. Will Adam Barton ever return? Only time will tell.
