 In June 2011, it was revealed by "TV Guide" that Sorel had been let go following the departure of head writer Dena Higley; she last appeared on September 22 of the same year.In August 2017, six years after her departure, it was announced that Sorel would reprise the role once more.Originally reported to reappear in January 2018, Sorel made her first appearance on December 29, 2017.