I know this might be a bit spoilerific, but since last season of 30 Rock ended as it did, it was bound to happen: Matt Damon is reprising his role as pilot Carol in the next season!

There were rumors earlier this month from Katrina Bowden (Cerie) that Matt Damon would be returning for the forthcoming season, and it was double confirmed via Twitter. Sherri Shepherd (co-host of The View and Tracy Jordan’s wife on 30 Rock) updated her Twitter saying “OMG!! I’m on set @ 30 Rock next to Tina Fey & MATT DAMON is sitting behind me. I went over & said hi — think I just got pregnant! Jamal Damon.”

Although it isn’t an official press release, I don’t think we can get it more confirmed than that anyway. Are you happy with the return of Carol on the show?