Ashlee Simpson has confirmed that she will playing a lead character in the new version of the hit television series Melrose Place.
The actress - who was a regular on U.S. television show 7th Heaven - says that she is extremely excited to be involved in bringing back the 90s drama which will feature a fresh new take on life in the Californaia neighbourhood.
"I'm thrilled to be joining the cast of Melrose Place," Ashlee tells Us Weekly.
"I look forward to being a part of its new generation of residents."
Ashlee takes over from the original cast - Heather Locklear, Marcia Cross and Kelly Rutherford - to play newcomer Violet.
Ashlee and her husband Pete Wentz are also scheduled to appear on U.S. TV screens on March 18 in an episode of CSI:New York.
The former pop star - who gave birth to Bronx Mowgli in November - is getting straight back to work after only four months as a stay-at-home mum.
See Ashlee, Pete and Bronx heading to a Fall Out Boy gig in Brighton below

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