Frankie Bridge is set to ditch the Loose Women set for the London stage after replacing Sophia Bush in 2:22 A Ghost Story.
The former Saturdays singer is the latest in a line of female stars to take on the role, which has previously been played by Lily Allen, Cheryl and Laura Whitmore.
Sadly, One Tree Hill actress Sophia has been forced to pull out of the remaining shows due to an illness.
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Frankie, 33, will be playing the character of Lauren from August until the end of the current run on September 17.
Speaking of landing the new job, Frankie said: “I’ve loved 2:22 A Ghost Story since I first saw it, so landing the role of Lauren is a total dream come true.
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“Never one to do things by halves, it’s an honour to be making my West End debut on such a clever, suspense-filled production and I couldn’t be more excited to join the cast.
“Lauren is a joy to play with so many layers and emotions to explore. I can’t wait for you to meet her!”
Meanwhile, a devastated Sophia said: “I am truly gutted that my time in 2:22 A Ghost Story has come to an unexpected and early end.
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“I came down with a virus in June and have not been able to bring my body back to a baseline.
“After weeks of being intermittently pulled off stage, visiting multiple doctors and spending a night in the Emergency Room, I’ve been advised by expert healthcare specialists that I needed to end my time on stage and be under the care of my doctors at home in the US.
“I owe a debt of gratitude to my incredible cast mates and to every member of our extraordinary company, who became fast family.
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“It means the world to me that so many fans traveled to London to see the show. If you’re booked for future nights, please still go and support my brilliant costars. They will blow you away! And I know that Frankie Bridge will be astounding as she makes Lauren her own through the rest of this run.
“There is no greater experience than the stage. I miss it madly. I love it deeply. And I cannot wait for the next one.”
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