Chad Allen Joins NIGHT SHIFT

1 Actor Chad Allen, known for portraying Matthew Cooper on DR. QUINN, MEDICINE WOMAN has been cast in the role of Eric Whitlow for three episodes of GENERAL HOSPITAL: NIGHT SHIFT it was announced by Brian Frons, president, Daytime, Disney-ABC Television Group. The SOAPnet series, which is the network’s most-watched of all time, follows the lives of doctors, nurses and patients as they embark on journeys of self discovery, love and heartache. Mr. Allen’s first appearance on air is Tuesday, September 23 at 11:00 p.m., ET/PT on SOAPnet. In storyline, Eric is introduced as a patient in need of a liver transplant. First-year resident Kyle Julian (Adam Grimes) will help Eric's family find a suitable donor, while developing a relationship with him in the process. “We're delighted to have Chad join our show because, not only is he a remarkable actor, he's also an amazing activist. For years I have been inspired by Chad and welcome the honesty and authenticity that he will bring to our show,” said head writer Sri Rao.