'Housewives' star talks fifth season return

James Denton has revealed that he will return for the next season of Desperate Housewives.

The actor confirmed to People that his character Mike Delfino has parted from Wisteria Lane wife Susan (Teri Hatcher): "Mike and Susan have definitely split up."

The 45-year-old also admitted that Housewives creator Marc Cherry had been reluctant to tell him how his character would feature in season five.

"I'm not sure exactly in what capacity [I'll be back]," he said. "Marc Cherry is being a little cagey. It's going to be interesting to see what happens. But I will certainly be on the show. It's a relief to me, trust me."

New cast additions for Desperate Housewives season five include Chris Carmack and Neal McDonough.