Alex Kingston to star in 'Private Practice'

Alex Kingston, known for her role as River Song in Doctor Who, has been cast in ABC's 'Private Practice', it has emerged.

The actress will star in at least three episodes of the programme, as Marla, a shrink who will help Violet (Amy Brenneman). Her appearance will air on ABC later this year.

Back in the UK, Kingston is currently starring in 'Marchalnds', a five-part supernatural drama which is airing on Thursdays at 9.00pm on ITV1.

She is set to reprise her role as River Song in Doctor Who when the series returns in the Spring.

(Source: TVGuide.com)