Lori Loughlin Returns to When Calls the Heart

0:00Fans of, when calls the heart, got a huge surprise in the season 13 finale on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026. Laurie Loughlin made a cameo as Abigail Stannon returning to Hope Valley seven years after leaving the show. It capped off Elizabeth and Nathan's engagement storyline perfectly. The news first broke back in December 2025 that Loughlin would appear in six out of the 12 episodes of season 14. The cast is currently filming with the new season set to air in 2027. Stars like Aaron Crackow, Kevin McGarry, Jack Wagner, Chris McNally, Pascal Hutton, and Kaven Smith are all coming back. Aaron Crackow, who plays Elizabeth, has been vocal about wanting Loughlin back. She's the big fan and friend of the actress. Loughlin left the series in 2019, following the college admissions scandal, where she served two months in jail. Loughlin recently returned to acting in the prime video series on call, playing a different kind of role from her usual girl next door parts.

1:01She expressed shock and gratitude for the opportunity, crediting the producers for giving her a fresh start. With season 14 shaping up to bring more drama to Hope Valley, viewers can look forward to seeing Abigail's story continue alongside the familiar faces. From your city, powered by AI, this is Durham News Today. I'm Corey with the story.