Kate Walsh to return to Grey's Anatomy in season 18

Actor Kate Walsh is all set to make her return to ABC's television drama series Grey's Anatomy.

The actor confirmed the news on Instagram, writing “I’m so excited to be home again.” She will be reprising her role as Dr Addison Montgomery in the upcoming 18th season.

The medical drama series explores the lives of surgical interns, residents and attendings as they develop into practicing doctors while balancing personal and professional relationships. Kate Walsh first made her appearance in the series' Season 1 finale. In her comeback, she is expected to feature in multiple episodes.

Grey's Anatomy was created and is executive produced by Shonda Rhimes. Krista Vernoff serves as showrunner and executive producer. Betsy Beers and Mark Gordon are executive producers. Debbie Allen is the producing director and executive producer.

Grey's Anatomy's season 18 will premiere on Thursday, September 30 on ABC.