Which ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ stars will or won’t return for Season 22?

Not all actors can stay Grey’s Anatomy in season 22.

In the May 2025 finale of ABC’s hit series, Piper Perabo Playing the mother of a patient who brings highly flammable acetylene tanks into the operating room to force Amelia (Caterina Scorsone) undergoes high-risk surgery to save her daughter. The hostage situation includes intern Simon (Alexis Floyd) and Adams (Nico Tejo) is in danger, while Meredith (Ellen Pompeo) try to save them It’s too late.

Although the operation was successful, the tank was accidentally opened, causing flammable materials to leak onto the operating floor. The final moments of the finale showed just Meredith and Warren (Jason George) has officially survived – for now.

When a show host Marinis She wouldn’t confirm who was injured in the explosion, but she made it clear that almost no one is guaranteed to return for Season 22. Keep scrolling for details which characters are where When an explosion occurs – including their chances of survival:

Dr. Meredith Gray

Pompeo originally announced in November 2022 she is retreating Grey’s Anatomy Appears after 400 episodes of the series. She has since reprized her role in subsequent seasons and continues to provide voice work on the show.

“We don’t quite know the answer yet, but as long as she’s willing to come and hang out with us, we’ll have her!” Marinis told hollywood reporter May 2025. “We try to do it just to accommodate her schedule. She enjoys developing and producing other projects.”

Marinis continued: “So what usually happens is, at the beginning of each season, I talk to her about her free time and what she’s looking for, so it’s a collaboration between her and the show. I mean, she’s been there for 22 years. She gets to have a say in what the show looks like.”

Dr. Miranda Bailey

Finally the audience sees Miranda (Chandra Wilson), she was on the operating table, putting her at risk of explosion casualties. Wilson has reportedly signed on to star in Season 22 TV line.

Dr. Richard Webb

Marinis said the future of most employees has yet to be decided.

“Well, I think a lot of people are probably sitting in the operating room,” she told THR. “So unless you see them and where they were at the time of the explosion, I don’t think we can say that anyone is necessarily safe.”

Pickens Jr. has also signed on to star in Season 22.

Dr. Owen Hunter

Before the suspense, Teddy (Kim Raver)formal ended her marriage To husband Owen (Kevin McKidd).

“It was a long book, and obviously when you fight each other and have kids together, they’re forever connected to each other. But I was intrigued by that. It was really fun to see that story play out this season and see those two characters still being able to smile with other people,” Marinis shared. “I think a lot of people are wondering where their (open marriage) experiment is going to go.”

She continued: “But Nora (Floriana Lima) is really in love with Owen and I think Teddy really has something for Cass(sophia bush), despite Cass being happily married. It was really fun to see those two characters have chemistry with each other, and I feel like there was real chemistry between the actors. “

McKidd has signed on to star in Season 22.

Dr. Teddy Altman

Raver also won’t be able to return for Season 22 after going through major personal changes on screen, but she has signed on to appear in Season 22

Dr. Amelia Shepherd

Amelia is another character who wasn’t safe heading into the new season, but has signed on to appear in Season 22.

“But even in the last two seasons, like you saw this year, we had to reduce the cast a little bit (because of budget cuts across the industry), and everyone was so passionate about their favorite characters,” Marinis shared. “But if we can make the writers feel uneasy, then we know we’re doing something right. If people don’t feel uneasy when someone leaves, then the story is less satisfying. It should make people uneasy and sad, so I’m sure there will be some debate. But I’ve been persuaded to change my mind about things before.”

The actress will be absent for eight episodes.

Dr. Joe Wilson

During the reveal, Marinis was asked about Joe, who revealed she was pregnant before the cliffhanger. THR. “We saw Joe outside the building,” she added. “But we didn’t see her leave, so I guess it depends on which exit she takes.” The actress has signed on to star in Season 22.

Dr. Ben Warren

Marinis told THR Warren is seen running back into the building so he’s safe, adding, “Well, he’s alive, but he doesn’t have a job. But he’s still married to Bailey!”

Dr. Levi Schmidt

Jack Borelliwho plays Dr. Levi Schmidt Grey’s Anatomy seven seasons. He left the long-running ABC medical drama in Season 21, but returned for Joe’s wedding.“My cast is already strong enough!” Marinis explained THR. “We might have people that come in multiple times. But no, we have a lot of people that we’re very happy with.”

Dr. Atticus Lincoln

Since Atticus was not seen outside the hospital, he was also on the list of possible victims.

“I hope we can get into next season, right?” Carmack told us May 2025. “I mean, hey, I’m not giving anything up.”

Brother Dr. Winston

Winston is another addition to the unclear Season 22 cast.

Dr. Simon Griffiths

“Yes, we’re going to see him in Season 22. Even though he’s only in a little bit in both episodes, he comes out with a lot of energy and we know it’s going to be dynamic. He’s a guy who has a confidence that a lot of young interns don’t have,” Marinis confirmed. “It’s really interesting to see someone lower down in his career acting like he’s the head of the hospital. And, what does that mean for the class above him, including Simone and Adams, who have to supervise and teach him?”

Dr. Benson “Blue” Kwan

Despite the uncertain future of Season 22, Marinis Chatted with the actor About what to expect, tell THR“, “I’ve talked to some of them, but they all know it’s the cliffhanger of Grey’s Anatomy and they know every year they don’t know what’s going to happen. That’s what they’re here for. They like to keep our stories exciting and fresh. “

Dr. Jules Milling

Jules was also on the operating room floor, Marinis said: “When I was writing the script and doing the final montage, I was like, ‘I’m going to put these people in here.'” Then, even after reading the form, I added someone on the operating room floor. I asked Jules to go there.

Dr. Mika Yasuda

Marinis revealed in an interview that no decision has been made yet on who will return.

“We’re back in the writers’ room on Monday. I definitely have ideas,” she joked. “Whether those minds change or not, that’s going to happen. I haven’t put pen to paper yet, but I will soon.”

Dr. Lucas Adams

Marinis confirms THR Adams “went to the operating room as well, so we had to add him to the list.”

Dr. Monica Beltran

Can you guess where Monica was when the explosion happened? Operating room floor.

Dr. Addison Montgomery

The fan-favorite character will return for an episode of the show.