After over two decades on air, Grey's Anatomy continues its tradition of major cast shake-ups. These exits mark the end of an era for two beloved characters who've been through war, love triangles, marriage, and countless surgeries together.
Raver called the role "a dear and special place in my heart" and thanked fans for their "unwavering devotion" that helped make the show "such a force" after 20+ years. Rhimes promised Owen and Teddy will get "the happy ending their story deserves."
McKidd praised creator Shonda Rhimes for creating Owen and encouraging his directing career: "Playing Dr. Owen Hunt and directing on the show have both shaped me enormously." He's ready for the next chapter — new stories, new projects.
Their characters — both ex-Army majors — were tangled in a love triangle with Cristina Yang (Sandra Oh) early on. Owen and Teddy eventually married in Season 18, but their relationship has been a central storyline for years.
McKidd joined in Season 5 (2008), while Raver came aboard in Season 6. She left after Season 8, returned as a guest in Season 14, then rejoined the main cast in Season 15. Both actors also directed multiple episodes during their tenure.
Two Grey's Anatomy veterans are hanging up their scrubs — Kevin McKidd (Dr. Owen Hunt) and Kim Raver (Dr. Teddy Altman) are exiting after Season 22's finale on May 7. Both have been with the show for 16+ years, and this is reportedly a creative decision, not a contract dispute.
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After over two decades on air, Grey's Anatomy continues its tradition of major cast shake-ups. These exits mark the end of an era for two beloved characters who've been through war, love triangles, marriage, and countless surgeries together.
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Raver called the role "a dear and special place in my heart" and thanked fans for their "unwavering devotion" that helped make the show "such a force" after 20+ years. Rhimes promised Owen and Teddy will get "the happy ending their story deserves."
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McKidd praised creator Shonda Rhimes for creating Owen and encouraging his directing career: "Playing Dr. Owen Hunt and directing on the show have both shaped me enormously." He's ready for the next chapter — new stories, new projects.
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Their characters — both ex-Army majors — were tangled in a love triangle with Cristina Yang (Sandra Oh) early on. Owen and Teddy eventually married in Season 18, but their relationship has been a central storyline for years.
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McKidd joined in Season 5 (2008), while Raver came aboard in Season 6. She left after Season 8, returned as a guest in Season 14, then rejoined the main cast in Season 15. Both actors also directed multiple episodes during their tenure.
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Two Grey's Anatomy veterans are hanging up their scrubs — Kevin McKidd (Dr. Owen Hunt) and Kim Raver (Dr. Teddy Altman) are exiting after Season 22's finale on May 7. Both have been with the show for 16+ years, and this is reportedly a creative decision, not a contract dispute.