Patricia Heaton to Star in CBS Comedy

Patricia Heaton is set to star in and executive produce a multi-camera comedy at CBS, according to Variety.

This marks Heaton's return to CBS, last starring in the hit series "Everybody Love Raymond" on the network. She recently wrapped on the popular series "The Middle," on ABC.

The new comedy, titled "Carol's Second Act," follows mom Carol Chambers who, after raising her two children and retiring from teaching, embarks on a unique SECOND ACT by deciding to become a doctor.

Writers and executive producers Emily Halpern and Sarah Haskins are heading the series. Adam Griffin, David Hunt, and Rebecca Stay of Heaton's FourBoys Entertainment will executive produce along with Aaron Kaplan and Dana Honor of Kapital Entertainment. CBS Television Studios will produce.

Heaton won two Emmy awards for her time on "Everybody Loves Raymond" and recently starred as Frankie Heck on "The Middle" throughout its nine season run.

Read the original article on Variety.