In case there was any confusion, today's Ausiello Report in TV Guide confirms that former star Kate Walsh will be making her one-episode comeback on May 1.

The show returns on April 24, making Walsh's Grey's Anatomy guest appearance scheduled for the second of the five upcoming post-writers' strike episodes.

Just keeping you informed, and giving us an excuse to post another picture of the beautiful Kate Walsh. Sigh. How we miss thee on Grey's Anatomy ...

For more on what's to come for your favorite characters on April 24 and beyond, check out the Insider's section devoted to the latest Grey's Anatomy spoilers!

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