ALLISON MACK says farewell to SMALLVILLE.........kinda.

 There's good and bad news for fans of Smallville. Allison Mack has opted not to return as a series regular for the show’s 10th and final season. That’s the bad news. Here’s the good: Allison will be returning for more then a few episodes to tie up Chloe's storyline. Here's what she had to say:  

It’s amazing to think that Chloe Sullivan and I have been one in the same for over a third of my life, says Mack in an exclusive statement. “I’m truly humbled by the love and loyalty of all the fans whose enthusiasm has carried me — along with a cast and crew which has become my second family — over the past 9 and a half years. Out of respect for the amazingly loyal fans and the place I will always have in my own heart for Chloe, I’m coming back for several episodes next season to tie up Chloe’s Smallville legacy properly. It’s been a life-changing ride, and I look forward to what lies ahead with the strength of a ‘superhero’ as my foundation.

Speculation about Mack’s uncertain Smallville future has been running rampant for months. 

Mack is the shows last remaining original female character.

I personally love Chloe and will miss her dearly next season. She is one of my favorite parts of the show.

What do you all think?