But nothing lasts forever, and ABC will inevitably have to drop the curtain on the series someday.

In her words:

“That would make no sense, emotionally or financially.

The show was streamed more than a billion times in 2024.

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More than a billion times.

And emotionally, the show means a lot to people.

I want to have an attitude of gratitude toward the show” (viaEl Pais).

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It’s difficult to argue with her logic, especially considering the current climate of the entertainment industry.

Meredith sticking around until the end would facilitate other cameos that would appeal to fans as well.

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Grey’s Anatomy is a medical drama series revolving around surgical interns, residents, and attendings at the fictional Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. The show features the professional and personal lives of these medical professionals, led initially by Dr. Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo. Created by Shonda Rhimes, the series highlights the complexities of medical cases while delving into the interpersonal relationships among the hospital staff.

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