Former EastEnders star Nigel Harman has joined the cast of Casualty as new character Doctor Max Christie.
Max - the new clinical lead at Holby ED - is described as "charming, brilliant and a lovable rogue who lives by his own rules" and is a blast from the past for current clinical lead Dylan (Will Beck).
It soon becomes apparent that the pair have unresolved issues - ones which date all the way back to their time together in medical school.
"I'm honoured and grateful to be joining the cast of Casualty," said Harman. "Many pals have donned the famous scrubs over the years and had a ball, so for me it was an easy decision.
"With Max the viewers can expect a character who leads with his heart and not always his head. Never afraid to get in a scrape or two, yet loyal to the end even if it means putting himself in danger."
Exec producer Jon Sen added: "We are thrilled to be welcoming Nigel to the cast of Casualty. When we conceived the character of Max we knew we needed an actor with craft, charm and charisma and we approached Nigel knowing he'd be the perfect choice.
"We were over the moon when he agreed to play the role and from what we've seen so far, Nigel's creating an iconic character who is set to stir things up within the Emergency Department. We can't wait for the audience to meet Max."
Harman will make his o-screen debut later this month.
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