Staying In

If you come around these blog parts occasionally, then you may already know that I’m a very big fan of the Canadian series Being Erica, which airs on SoapNet in the U.S.

You may also know that I am very much looking forward to the CW’s charming midseason show Life UneXpected (aka LUX), starring Shiri Appleby, Kerr Smith, Britt Robertson and Kristoffer Polaha. I’ve already seen the premiere (check out a preview here) and had the opportunity to hear creator Liz Tigelaar speak about the series. It’s one of my favorite new offerings this TV season.

Well, my two loves are combining. Mike’s Bloggity Blog recently had lunch with Being Erica star Erin Karpluk, who revealed that she’s filming a role for Life UneXpected, while awaiting word on a third season of Being Erica.

A CBS Television Studios spokesperson for LUX confirms that Karpluk will have a recurring role on the show. Her character, Alice, will be around for at least six episodes.

This is very good news for LUX because, as Being Erica fans know, Karpluk is a wonderful actress. Plus, with season two of Being Erica set to premiere on SoapNet Jan. 20 and LUX slated for midseason, it looks like we’ll be getting a double dose of Karpluk.

Are you happy about the casting news? Does this make you even more excited for Life UneXpected?