Are you ready for more of those “ugly cry” tears that only a show like “Grey’s Anatomy” can give you? We sure hope so because, as we told you in May, a spin-off is in the works! While we already knew the spin-off would follow a group of Seattle firefighters, we can now officially stop referring to the show as the “Grey’s Anatomy” spin-off, because it now has a name. After months of speculation, the stars of the upcoming ABC series took to Twitter to reveal the title. And the winner is… Happy Dance! WE HAVE A [email protected] #greysanatomyspinoff #station19 #TGIT March 22 @ 9pmpic.twitter.com/iujjRJTcjf — Jaina Lee Ortiz (@JainaLeeOrtiz) January 25, 2018 Considering the show will follow the lives of the firefighters at “Station 19,” which is located in the same universe as “Grey’s Anatomy,” it sounds like the perfect title! The show will see Jason George’s character, Dr. Ben … [Read more...] about Title Of The ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Spin-off Is Finally Revealed
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‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Firefighter Spinoff Finally Gets a Title
"Station 19" to premiere Thursday, March 22 Reid Nakamura, provided by Published 12:56 pm, Thursday, January 25, 2018 Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Firefighter Spinoff Finally Gets a Title 1 / 1 Back to Gallery At long last, ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy” spinoff has a name. The firehouse-set drama, starring “Grey’s” vet Jason George, is officially titled “Station 19.” The announcement title comes not a moment too soon, as the series is set to premiere with a two-hour episode on Thursday, March 22. Earlier this month, ABC Entertainment President Channing Dungey explained that the network had a difficult time coming up with the right title. “The truth of the matter is coming up with a title is one of the most challenging things that we do, quite honestly,” Dungey said, adding that the network was looking at “a number of … [Read more...] about ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Firefighter Spinoff Finally Gets a Title
‘Mr. Mercedes’ Season 2 Spoilers: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Tessa Ferrer Joins Cast
“Grey’s Anatomy” actress Tessa Ferrer has landed a series regular role in Season 2 of AT&T Audience Network’s “Mr. Mercedes.” According to Deadline, Ferrer will play Cora Babineau, the wife of Dr. Felix Babineau portrayed by another series newcomer Jack Huston. Cora is also the head of marketing at a major pharmaceutical corporation, who’s even more ambitious than she is beautiful. If Jack — Brady Hartsfield’s (Harry Treadaway) doctor — has a genius for manipulating people from the inside out as he reaches into their brains and rewires them, Cora has a genius for influencing people from the outside in. Her beauty, brains and force of will, judiciously softened with poise and extreme charm, make her a formidable saleswoman, of whatever she’s peddling. In addition to her role as Dr. Leah Murphy on ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” Ferrer is also known for her performances as Katie Sparks on CBS’ … [Read more...] about ‘Mr. Mercedes’ Season 2 Spoilers: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Tessa Ferrer Joins Cast
‘Grey’s Anatomy:’ What Happens When a Hospital Gets Hacked
In the midseason finale, the doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial were left with a decision: give in to ransomware hackers? Ashley Boucher, provided by Published 4:14 pm, Thursday, January 18, 2018 Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 ‘Grey’s Anatomy:’ What Happens When a Hospital Gets Hacked 1 / 1 Back to Gallery The “Grey’s Anatomy” Season 14 midseason finale left us on quite the cliffhanger–after hackers attacked Grey Sloan Memorial with ransomware, Chief of Surgery Miranda Bailey (Chandra Wilson) decided to give in and pay the hackers a ton of money in Bitcoin. Dr. Jackson Avery (Jesse Williams) offered up the funds to pay the hackers, but he’s in a helicopter accident with Dr. Maggie Pierce (Kelly McCreary) just when Bailey makes the call, leaving us to wonder: Will the doctors really give in to the hackers, despite the warnings of the FBI? And if they do, will they really get access … [Read more...] about ‘Grey’s Anatomy:’ What Happens When a Hospital Gets Hacked
Ellen Pompeo signed a blockbuster deal for ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ that will make her more than $20 million a year
John Lynch, provided by Published 1:42 pm, Wednesday, January 17, 2018 ABC Ellen Pompeo, the star of ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," is set to make over $20 million a year after signing a new deal with the network, according to The Hollywood Reporter. ABC has ordered a 15th and 16th season for the series as a part of its new deal with Pompeo, who will become a producer on the show for the first time while starring as the show's eponymous lead, Meredith Grey. Pompeo's new contract will also make her the highest-paid actress on a primetime drama series, according to THR. Her contract includes a $575,000 per-episode deal, along with a seven-figure signing bonus and an estimated $6 million to $7 million in backend equity for the series. Local Channel Now Playing: Now Playing San Antonio Boy Attempts Icy Stunt by Jumping on Slick Trampoline Storyful Car drives off bridge near downtown S.A. during storm mysa Woman in England surprised with tickets to see Rascal … [Read more...] about Ellen Pompeo signed a blockbuster deal for ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ that will make her more than $20 million a year
Ellen Pompeo returning to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ for two more seasons, earning $20 million
LOS ANGELES Meredith Grey is here to stay at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital — for at least two more seasons. Deadline reported that the star of “Grey’s Anatomy,” Ellen Pompeo, has signed on to continue her role for another two years. She’ll also be permanently adding the title of “producer” to her credits on the series, while also being bumped to executive producer on the forthcoming firefighter spinoff series. In addition to growing her resume, Pompeo stands to rake in $575,000 per episode, which comes to $20 million a year, making her the highest-paid actress on a primetime TV drama. The show already holds the title of ABC’s highest-rated series. Pompeo’s pay wasn’t a given, however. Like many women, she had to fight to be paid adequately, particularly compared to her male counterparts. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter published Wednesday, the actress said she’s now comfortable asking to be paid what … [Read more...] about Ellen Pompeo returning to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ for two more seasons, earning $20 million
Ellen Pompeo Net Worth: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Signs $20 Million Deal
“Grey’s Anatomy” star Ellen Pompeo definitely won’t be returning to waitressing any time soon. The Boston native had a modest upbringing, but now she is earning about $20 million a year, which will make her already impressive net worth even larger. Pompeo is currently starring as Meredith Grey in the fourteenth season of “Grey’s Anatomy,” which is still dominating the ratings, averaging over 12 million viewers per week. Celebrity Net Worth reports the actress was making $350,000 an episode and had a net worth of $40 million prior to signing a new contract at the end of 2017. Her new salary will greatly add to that. The Hollywood Reporter confirmed Wednesday that Pompeo signed a new deal for “Grey’s Anatomy” Seasons 15 and 16, should ABC renew the drama (it’s the second highest rated show on the network, so it’s pretty likely). The contract, which is worth about $20 million per year, kicks in during the show’s … [Read more...] about Ellen Pompeo Net Worth: ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Signs $20 Million Deal
‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Ellen Pompeo Signs for 2 More Seasons at Record $20 Million Per Year
Star becomes highest-paid dramatic actress on television -- ever Jennifer Maas, provided by Published 8:07 am, Wednesday, January 17, 2018 Image 1of/1 CaptionClose Image 1 of 1 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Ellen Pompeo Signs for 2 More Seasons at Record $20 Million Per Year 1 / 1 Back to Gallery Ellen Pompeo has renewed her contract on Shonda Rhimes’ “Grey’s Anatomy” through seasons 15 and 16, becoming the highest-paid dramatic actress on TV at a record $20 million per year, according to media reports. The new deal would provide Pompeo $575,000 per episode, a seven-figure bonus, back end points on the Shondaland show, a producing credit and an executive producing credit for the upcoming spinoff, The Hollywood Reporter wrote. The “Grey’s Anatomy” star was making $13 million a year in 2017 (most of which came from the series, though she also has an endorsement deal with skin-care … [Read more...] about ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Star Ellen Pompeo Signs for 2 More Seasons at Record $20 Million Per Year
Ellen Pompeo talks negotiating her ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ salary, meeting Harvey Weinstein
Ellen Pompeo isn't just Meredith Grey on the hit ABC series Grey's Anatomy — she's also an actress fighting for what she deserves in the industry. Pompeo, who was named the highest-paid actress on a primetime drama in 2017, opened up about the business side of her role in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter published Wednesday, starting with how Patrick Dempsey's departure from the show in 2015 changed the game. "For me, Patrick leaving the show was a defining moment, deal-wise. They could always use him as leverage against me — 'We don’t need you; we have Patrick' — which they did for years," she said. "I don’t know if they also did that to him, because he and I never discussed our deals. There were many times where I reached out about joining together to negotiate, but he was never interested in that."So how did she negotiate her new pact, which has her earning more than $20 million a year (and $575,000 … [Read more...] about Ellen Pompeo talks negotiating her ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ salary, meeting Harvey Weinstein
New $1 million Obama Foundation donors include ‘Scandal,’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ creator Shonda Rhimes
Hollywood is opening its wallet for the Obama Foundation, which Tuesday reported 31 new donors who have contributed $1 million or more to the former president’s future center in Chicago. Donors in the million-dollar-or-more circle include a foundation tied to Shonda Rhimes, who grew up in suburban Chicago and created TV hits such as “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Scandal.” A foundation affiliated with Philip Rosenthal, creator of television’s “Everybody Loves Raymond,” also has given at least $1 million. And the Lucas Family Foundation started by “Star Wars” creator George Lucas gave an unspecified new gift, after the organization already had given the Obama Foundation at least $1 million as of last April. Lucas’ wife, Mellody Hobson, is a Chicago native and president of Ariel Investments. It was founded by John Rogers Jr., who sits on the Obama Foundation board. Other recent donors to give at least a million: the … [Read more...] about New $1 million Obama Foundation donors include ‘Scandal,’ ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ creator Shonda Rhimes