Today's News: Our Take - NYPD Blue Alum Gail O'Grady Joins Revenge

Conrad Gayson's other wife is coming to town!

NYPD Blue alum Gail O'Grady has been cast as Conrad's first wife on Revenge , TVGuide.com has confirmed. As first reported by E! Online, O'Grady's character will surprise her former hubby (Henry Czerny) and Victoria (Madeleine Stowe) when she reappears unexpectedly in Episode 13.

O'Grady's character, whom Conrad dumped for Victoria 25 years ago, is described as "West Coast posh."

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"That's someone who has always been out there and now we're pretty much planning on having her introduced at some point in time," showrunner Sunil Nayar recently told reporters following a screening of the midseason finale. "We're pretty excited about the part and she brings with her secrets that will also blow you guys away that are going to be great."

O'Grady, who earned three Emmy nominations for her work on NYPD Blue, is also known for her roles on American Dreams , Boston Legal and Desperate Housewives.

Revenge's midseason finale airs Sunday at 9/8c on ABC. Are you excited to meet the first Mrs. Grayson?

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