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Grey’s Anatomy Season 23 casting

Entities: Grey's Anatomy · Meredith Grey · Ellen Pompeo · American Broadcasting Company (ABC)

Overview

In late July 2026 ABC released a group photo of the Grey’s Anatomy cast for the start of season 23, but lead actress Ellen Pompeo was missing. The first snapshot noted that Pompeo stepped down as a series regular after season 19, remains an executive producer, and is focusing on a new Hulu comedy‑drama, “Chicks,” suggesting limited on‑screen involvement at the season’s outset.

A follow‑up snapshot three days later reported fan concern over her absence and clarified that production sources confirmed Pompeo will continue as the series narrator and executive producer, with appearances slated but not yet quantified. The update also mentioned that Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver will not return for the season, underscoring broader cast changes while Pompeo’s participation remains uncertain.

Overall, the situation reflects ongoing uncertainty about Ellen Pompeo’s on‑screen role in season 23, with network statements indicating she will be present in some capacity despite her absence from promotional imagery.

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Ellen Pompeo Missing from Grey's Anatomy Season 23 Photo Sparks Fan Concern

    A Grey’s Anatomy Instagram post for season 23 omitted Ellen Pompeo, prompting fan worries; producers say she will still appear, though episode count is unclear.

  2. 6 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Ellen Pompeo absent from Grey’s Anatomy Season 23 cast photo

    ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy season 23 cast photo omitted Ellen Pompeo, who stepped down as series lead but remains an executive producer and will appear later, while she prepares for the upcoming Hulu series “Chicks.”

Sources

cinemablend.com · cotilleo.es · daninseries.it · iancylkowski.com · serieophile.fr · usmagazine.com · voici.fr