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During the 2009 Summer Press Tour, ABC entertainment president Stephen McPherson spoke briefly about Grey’s Anatomy, stating that the show is “evolving” and that Shonda Rhimes “hit her stride” at the end of season five. So far, McPherson and the rest of the ABC suits seem to be “happy” with what they’ve seen of season six, which for us can mean just about anything. But hopefully good things!
In terms of what’s to come next season (avert your eyes if you don’t want to know anything!) he stated that the show would be seeing a few additions to the cast (interns maybe?) to fill the void left by Ellen Pompeo’s maternity leave. While there’s no confirmation yet how long her absense might be, McPherson said it might take the actress out for “a couple of episodes.” I wouldn’t necessarily count on the two episode estimate though, as it’s really hard to say how long it might take.
In a statement regarding Katherine Heigl’s commentary on her cruel and mean return to Grey’s, McPherson said that the whole thing was “unfortunate” and made the good point that, “There are so many people who work unbelievably hard on Grey’s… so I think it’s really hard for them to hear [her complain about working a 17-hour day].” No doubt!
Aside from the usual dose of Heigl-drama, it looks like season six is going to be an interesting challenge for the writers, particularly with Ellen Pompeo’s temporary absence and T.R. Knight’s more permanent one. I’m interested to see what they mean by “evolving.”
Via | Ausiello Files
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Im so tired of everybody getting on Heigl. Everybody says things sometimes that either dont come out right or are a mistake. She was just venting, and everyone is treating her like the antichrist. T.R. Knight is leaving the show, for instance, partly due the whole Issaih Washington thing. Shonda Rhimes told him that it might not be the best time to come out of the closet. No one demonized her for practically being a homophobe. This is all so juvinielle. People just need to stop treating these actors like their word is God. She is just a person that did what people do, make mistakes. BACK OFF and LEAVE HEIGL ALONE!!!
I love Katherine Heigl, she´s the true star of the show. I think they should not pick on her too much, she´s a very beautiful and talented actress, and anytime soon she will become the new Jennifer Aniston.
KATHERINE HEIGL RULES!
okay everyone needs to drop this BULLSHIT about Katharine Heigl ( did I spell that right?) she is a wonderful actress and a great part of the show. I really hope she stays. ps. Shonda you scared the crap out of me when derek was in a car crash!