Grey’s Anatomy: [Spoiler] Poised to Exit
Grey’s Anatomy will be down a doc when it returns next fall.
Sources confirm to TVLine exclusively that Jerrika Hinton, who has played Dr. Stephanie Edwards since 2012, will not be back as a series regular in Season 14. The news was foreshadowed earlier this month when the actress landed a starring role in Alan Ball’s new HBO drama series.
Hinton was thisclose to exiting Grey’s Anatomy last spring when she was cast in the Shondaland comedy pilot Toast; at the time, she was in discussions to possibly take part in both shows via a reduction in her Grey’s role, but ABC eventually passed on the project and Hinton returned full-time to Grey’s.
It’s not known how Stephanie’s looming absence will be addressed on screen and if it will allow for 
Hinton to possibly return on a guest-star basis. Also, it’s worth noting that ABC has not formally renewed Grey’s for another season (although, as our 2017 Renewal Scorecard states, a 14th season is a sure thing.)
An ABC spokesperson declined to comment for this story.
Grey’s Anatomy has weathered its fair share of cast changes over its 13-year run. Patrick Dempsey and Sara Ramirez were the most recent high profile departures, with the former getting killed off in Season 11 and the latter making her final appearance in Season 12.
Are you bummed Hinton is checking out (at least as a series regular)? Hit the comments with your thoughts.
no one will miss her. she is the absolute worst
You do mean the character not the actress, right?
Her residency should be about to end. It took 5 seasons for MAC and she’s been a residence for seasons 10 to 13 and there was one year jump at the end of 11. This way she can simply accept a position in another town like the others were supposed to do before the plane crash. She chose neuro seasons ago.
The only problem is that Jo doesn’t seem to be anywhere near that level, or at least she hasn’t chosen a specialty and focused on that (she had a moment with Callie and Ortho but nothing after that).
she is annoying on the show
Jesus I almost had a heart attack when I read the headline. Thought it was going to say Justin Chambers
100% thought it was Justin Chambers. Still could be I suppose.
I thought the same thing, I almost didn’t want to click on it.
Me too, glad it was her and not Alex, never really liked her character much
Good for Jerrika. Edward isn’t ,y face character at all but even I see how she’s not been giving a storyline as of late … if you don’t count being in between Amelia and Owen’s carousel of BS.
Thank God…she’s soooo boring!
Meh No loss
Bring back penny
Seriously? Why? Talk about boring and no personality. Besides, she is with Callie in New York…hopefully never to be seen again.
I’ve been saying for two season what is her purpose on the show….Jackson left her for April and her musician boyfriend dies now a 9 year old want miss the character
I totally agree!
A real shame. But I don’t blame her she’s talented and they have not been using her as much. This means that Jo is getting more screentime, that’s a shame because Camilla cannot act. I wish Jerrika the best of luck.
Wow so classy of you to bash another actress while praising one. Jo has a lot to tell and barely got any screentime so it’s only fair if she gets some well needed focus.
It’s not a fact, as you said it’s your opinion. I think Camilla’s acting is just fine. And it’s never too late to tell a character’s story, they didn’t introduce it for no reason. You don’t have to like her, others do. Stephanie may not have as many haters as Jo but she never had huge fans either while a lot of people do love Io and want to see more of her because she represents foster children and domestic abuse victims. There are enough other characters on this show for you to just ignore her if you hate her so much. Jeeze.
wtf does this story have to do with someone else’s acting? you people who can’t praise one person without slamming another, like your half as good at your own job. lol
People like you annoy me so much. First of all, Jo has been ignored for a long time and it doesn’t matter if this fandom is just as petty as you and hates on her for the dumbest reasons while letting other characters slide everything, she’s a character on this show and she deserves to have her story told. The show can’t always revolve around the same characters, especially if they give characters like Jo such a rich past. Secondly, you WERE bashing Camilla and that’s rude of you. She’s a good actress, she’s improved a lot from when she started and you people don’t need to always criticize her. I remember other actors who get praised to high heavens who I didn’t find very good in the beginning either. But it’s one thing to dislike the fictional character and another to hate on the actress. And thirdly, you’re acting as if they’re gonna make Jo the new star of the show and you will have to endure endless amount of Jo scenes while watching. Get over it, there are like 15 other characters on this show and the little bit of Jo you have to watch should be something you can endure. People call Jo whiny when Maggie whines 70% of her screentime but the biggest whiners are you Jo haters.
People like you are the worst. Dislike a fictional character all you want but don’t go after an actress like that. Camilla is great when they give her the opportunity to shine, which unfortunately hasn’t happened too often yet. Just because of people like you and your rude comments I hope thee will be more Jo than ever next season. Her DV storyline deserves focus anyway, it’s such an important issue.
Yea. I support your opinion a hundred percent! There should be more of Jo than ever to shame the haters! Can’t you guys just appreciate someone’s effort for once! . Guys get over with the hating and criticizing attitude!!
To the posters who are attacking Aimee: newsflash, simply stating that you don’t think an actress can act is NOT bashing, it’s giving an opinion. Bashing would be saying she sucks because she can’t act her way out of a paper bag and why in the world would anyone ever hire someone so awful. What you all are saying about Aimee is way worse than her comment about the acting quality of someone who chose to put herself in the public limelight. Personal attacks against other posters just show what kind of little bullies you are, brave in your anonymity. And I agree with Aimee that she is not a very good actress and I dislike the thought of Jo getting any airtime at all. Go ahead and make snotty remarks about those opinions if you want. :D
Wow, rude much? You know there’s a way of sayig things, like “I don’t find Camilla’s acting very good”. You come across as incredibly unlikeable in your comments. And by the way, you don’t make the rules, it’s not your place to decide if it’s too late to tell a character’s story. And this fandom hating on Jo is so petty. She didn’t do anything worth hating her for. People might dislike her because she didn’t get much development but she’s not doing anything to anyone, the fandom is being incredibly annoying with their dumb Jo hate. I for one can’t wait to see more of her.
Did you watch the newest episode I thought that was jos best episode to date
Whew! For a minute there I thought it was the guy in the bottom left hand corner of the picture 🙄
I’m disappointed. I was hoping the HBO show would have a different shooting schedule and she’d be able to do both.
Right😪
I wish her the best. She’s too talented to be a C character on a dying show. Grey’s has never used her to her potential.
Hardly a dying show. It ranked 6th last week.
I’ll miss Hinton. The show hasn’t done much with her character, but she’s a far better actress than either Luddington or Ferrer.
It is dying creatively. The numbers may be good, but for someone like JH who seems to enjoy pushing herself she can find better stories to play elsewhere.
I honestly think all the actors on the show are fine. I think the ability argument that you so unnecessarily brought up has more to do with the quality and consitemcy of writing on this show. Both that you mentioned and others can be quite good when given interesting, consistent, and rich stories to play which unfortunately isn’t happening much for half the cast.
it’s during creatively ? Since the killer mcdreamy it’s been really good again.
What show are you watching? Greys hasn’t been good since jackson and april ran away and got married. It lost the characters and relationships that added lightness and humor. You don’t feel like a part of their group anymore.
good. now get rid of jo
Too bad Camilla already teased Jo’s storyline to continue into next season so you won’t get your wish. *rolleyes*
i agree. I would rather keep Stephanie than Jo honestly when i saw the headline i was excited at the idea it might be her
Right? I can’t wait until they get rid of her. What a waste of camera time.
It’s not a fact, as you said it’s your opinion. I think Camilla’s acting is just fine. And it’s never too late to tell a character’s story, they didn’t introduce it for no reason. You don’t have to like her, others do. Stephanie may not have as many haters as Jo but she never had huge fans either while a lot of people do love Io and want to see more of her because she represents foster children and domestic abuse victims. There are enough other characters on this show for you to just ignore her if you hate her so much. Jeeze.
Oh come on! >_<
Is that why they brought Leah back? Ugh just get rid of her again please. I’d rather keep Stephanie.
I’m not surprised because i think the character of Stephanie didn’t have much story potential.Plus it could free Hinton up to do other stuff and Grey’s could leave the door open for her to return as Stephanie if needed
For a moment there I thought it was going to say Justin Chambers and my heart stopped. His character is the reason why I have kept watching Grey’s.
I was expecting Jerrika to leave when her casting on that HBO show was announced. She’s talented and I wish her the best of luck.
I’m not the biggest Stephanie fan because her character was never fleshed out or given enough screen time. However, Jerrika is really talented and classy. I think she will be amazing in film and tv. I wish the best for her.
Can Leah Murphy please leave with her?
since shes leaving whos gona repalce her she was a great doctor
I think it would be better not to replace her with anyone, the core characters who have been on for eight plus years should have more screen time and better, juicier storylines.
Its for the better, Jerrika is a great actress but they have pretty much neglected to develop her character over the past few seasons. I hope this means that the show Toast is going forward, she deserves quality storylines to work with….if she’s not gonna get that on Greys…might as well go to where you can!
They actually passed on that pilot (toast) last season. She’s starring in another pilot for HBO
Good luck to her,I wish her all the best.
is abc gona have a new season i am a big fan of greys anaotmy i love it thats my show right there love how they play there characters n love there doctor rolls n how they r vary true to there job n love there work whos gona be the new doctor since camillia is leaving im gona miss her she wasa wonderful doctor i can tbelive shes not coming back whos the new doctor taking her spot
Have you accepted punctuation as your Lord and Saviour, child?
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Hey Regina. Not sure where you got that Camilla Luddington is leaving the show. It is Jerricka Hinton (Dr. Edwards) who has been confirmed as leaving. Camilla is pregnant, but it sounds as though they are going to work around her pregnancy.
Don’t care about any of the interns on greys. Shonda has gotta do something soon or I don’t know how it can last another season. Have been a loyal fan since day one, but bored out of my mind for season 13 so far
Amen omg I’m watching now because I have to see it through.. but I think it’s time to put this once awesome show out of its misery.. they need to just blow up the hospital while a shooter with the syph runs around inside during a flood that was caused by a plane crashing into a bus on a ferry boat creating a huge tidal wave and everyone dies because they were all there for a joint baby shower/wedding/funeral/bar mitzvah/9 organ transplant. The end and we can finally get on with our lives and not have to tune into this crap every week that dares to call itself greys anatomy.
Leslie, where can we watch *your* show? It sounds like much more fun than “Grey’s Anatomy”!
Well, Hilton has been actively trying to leave the show and looking for other parts for a while. And who can blame her? Much like everyone else in the season 9 class of interns, her character never really took. She has little to do and hardly ever a meaty storyline.
YOU SCARED ME! I thought this was going to be about Justin leaving I nearly fell off my bed.