Grey's Anatomy: Main Character Takes a Break
A beloved character in Grey's Anatomy is taking a temporary leave, but will return. Caterina Scorsone, who plays Amelia Shepherd, will be absent for a while.
According to Deadline, her absence is already part of the season 21 storyline. After a deadly explosion at Grey Sloan, Amelia reaches her breaking point and decides to take a sabbatical.
- Amelia's decision comes after her patient Dylan's mother causes the blast.
- An intervention by Meredith and Maggie does not change her mind.
- Scorsone will be off the show for the next eight episodes.
- Her return is expected sometime in 2026.
One of the show's core cast members is taking a break but they'll be back.
Author's summary: Grey's Anatomy benches a main character temporarily.