With the departure of Nicollette Sheridan, “Desperate Housewives” has a spot open for a gal with some serious attitude. And it sounds like they’ve found their woman.

According to a report, Drea de Matteo will be joining the cast of the hit ABC dramedy as a recurring character, playing the part of an Italian mother whose family just moved to Wisteria Lane.

In addition, the producers of “Desperate Housewives” are currently casting the part of Drea’s husband as well has her daughter and son.

With these changes in place, it looks like DH will be all set with plenty of edge for the upcoming fall season.

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