Heigl, 34, who famously left medical drama 'Grey's Anatomy' in 2010 to focus on her family and film career, is excited about her TV return with NBC's series, reported Us magazine.
"I am thrilled and honoured to have been asked to be a part
of developing these stories and this character and bringing it all to life. NBC has been a true partner in their passion and support for the show that we've dreamed of making and I could not be happier about joining forces with them. Together, with our brilliant writer Alexi Hawley, I believe we are going to make great television!," she said in a statement.