Cope is returning as part of a storyline involving character Tony Gordon
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Coronation Street character Jed Stone, played by actor Kenneth Cope, is returning to the ITV soap 42 years after he last appeared in the show.
The 77-year-old first set foot on the streets of Weatherfield in 1961 as Minnie Caldwell's lodger - who was nicknamed Sunny Jim.
He was last seen in 1966 being arrested for handling stolen blankets.
An ITV spokeswoman said Cope would have a recurring role in the show and was "delighted" to be asked back.
"Older viewers will recognise him," she added.
Cope made a brief appearance a few weeks ago but will return to screens tonight and continue to appear as part of a storyline that will run until Christmas.
The character, now a pensioner, is part of a plot involving property developer Tony Gordon.
His pet cat has adopted his nickname.
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