Michelle Keegan has signed on to play Corporal Georgie Lane in BBC One army drama Our Girl.
The 28-year-old actress, who is best known for her role as Tina McIntyre in Coronation Street, has been cast in a lead role on the popular BBC One series.
Keegan will play Corporal Georgie Lane who is sent to Kenya to work in the world's largest refugee camp.
Speaking about her new role Keegan said: "I'm a massive fan of the series so can't wait to be a part of it. It's going to be a big but exciting challenge for me."
A BBC spokesperson added: "It won't be an easy posting as she (Corporal Georgie Lane) has to earn the love and trust of her fellow soldiers, and the greater respect of her commanding officer, while working alongside aid workers in the world's biggest refugee camp."
The original series, which starred EastEnders actress Lacey Turner, was watched by 6.3 million viewers.
