There had been speculation that Perrineau might come back, but confirmation of his return is sure to set "Lost" fans abuzzing. What does this mean for the show? How will Michael be reintroduced? Exciting stuff!
The AP story said there's been no word as to whether Kelly will also come back.
His character, Walt was seen briefly in the third season finale, appearing (possibly as an apparition) to a wounded Locke (Terry O'Quinn).
If Kelly does come back permanently, I'm interested to see how they explain the young man's speedy maturation. Remember, each episode of "Lost" is supposed to represent one day on the island. Thus, the show's three seasons have added up to less than a year in "Lost" time.
But Kelly, like most kids, is growing up and going through puberty. He's obviously aged more than a few months. And if he comes back, they'll have to come up with a logical reason why he got so big so fast.
Yes, Perrineau's return certainly opens a can of worms -- and makes "Lost"'s February premiere seem that much further away.