Following seven years as a recurring player on One Life to Live, Edward Alderson (who portrays Matthew Buchanan) has finally been placed on contract.

The 14-year-old actor's new status with the series coincides with a major storyline planned for his on-screen alter ego; the show has already cast several roles that will be key for the upcoming angle.

In addition to his work on One Life to Live, Alderson appeared as Sanford Clark in last year's Clint Eastwood-directed drama, Changeling.

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