WILL + GRACE STAR CHARGED WITH THEFT

LATEST: WILL + GRACE star SHELLEY MORRISON has been charged with misdemeanour theft, police have confirmed.

The 66-year old actress - who plays maid ROSARIO in the hit show - was allegedly caught shoplifting in Los Angeles department store ROBINSONS-MAY where staff accused her of stealing $446 (GBP669) worth of costume jewellery.

Morrison was released on bail after paying a bond of $20,000 (GBP13,300) and will have to attend court on May 14 (03) for the arraignment.

Her lawyer says, "She is relieved and gratified that she is not being charged with a felony. At this point, she stands innocent.

"Until she receives formal notice of the charges, and the evidence behind them at the arraignment, she cannot comment further. Ms. Morrison does stand on her impeccable record as a wonderful actress and humanitarian."

NBC, the company behind the hit series, have confirmed the arrest will have no bearing on Morrison's employment by them.