‘SNL’ Alum John Higgins Joins ‘Scrubs’ For Major Role In Season 2 Of ABC Revival
The ABC revival of 'Scrubs' is adding new faces for its second season, including a familiar name from 'Saturday Night Live'
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The ABC revival of 'Scrubs' is welcoming John Higgins, an alum of 'Saturday Night Live', for a major role as a new chief resident in its second season. The news comes as the show is expanding its cast. Coverage from Parade and Deadline agree on the casting.
However, the exact nature of Higgins' role and the reasons behind his casting are not yet specified. Meanwhile, ABC30 Fresno has not covered the 'Scrubs' news. The network has not yet announced how many new characters will be joining the show.
It is also unclear whether the new cast members will be recurring or series regulars.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 6h ago.
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Who is joining the cast of 'Scrubs'?
John Higgins, an alum of 'Saturday Night Live', is joining the cast of 'Scrubs' for a major role as a new chief resident. Keyla Monterroso Mejia is also joining as a new nurse.
What season is this news about?
This news is about the second season of the ABC revival of 'Scrubs'.
What is the role of John Higgins in 'Scrubs'?
John Higgins is joining 'Scrubs' for a major role as a new chief resident. The exact nature of his role is not yet specified.
Who reported it (7)
- The Best Medical Sitcom Ever Made Is 1 of the Most-Watched Titles on PVOD Ahead of Revival Return Comic Book Resources · 1d ago
- SNL’s John Higgins Joins Scrubs Season 2 as a New Thorn in J.D.’s Side IMDb · 1d ago
- ‘SNL’ Fan-Favorite Alum Joins the Cast of ABC’s ‘Scrubs’ as a New Chief Resident parade.com · 1d ago
- Will Trent Fans Have Been Wanting Scott Foley To Return, But He Just Landed A Different ABC Gig Yahoo · 1d ago
- ‘Scrubs’ Adds Keyla Monterroso Mejia As New Nurse In Season 2 Of ABC Revival Deadline · 1d ago
- Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run and Fortnite come together ABC30 Fresno · 1d ago
- ‘SNL’ Alum John Higgins Joins ‘Scrubs’ For Major Role In Season 2 Of ABC Revival Deadline · 1d ago
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