officially back in their hospital scrubs to film the latest season. Taking a selfie on Tuesday alongside co-star Richard Flood, who plays Dr Cormac Hayes, Ellen took the time to remember the real medical workers who have risked their lives over the past year.
The actress wrote alongside the pic: ‘First time back in my scrubs… since we shut down filming 7000 healthcare workers have died from Covid. ‘I dedicate my season 17 to all who have fallen and to everyone of you who by the grace of God is still standing… this season is for you with humility and a bit of humor to get us through and endless amounts of gratitude.
I hope we do you proud.’ Season 16 of the show was cut short four episodes as all major TV and film productions were shut down.
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