Controversial ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ writer takes leave after HR investigation

Zack Sharf Ellen Pompeo said on a new episode of her “Tell Me” podcast that former co-star Katherine Heigl was “absolutely correct” when she called out “Grey’s Anatomy” in 2009 for unjust working hours (via People). Pompeo said Heigl was deemed “ungrateful” for her comments at the time, but if had she spoken out today “she’d be a complete hero.” Heigl was often vocal about her criticisms with “Grey’s Anatomy,” infamously pulling out of the Emmys race in 2008 because she felt the show didn’t give her strong enough material.“I remember Heigl said something on a talk show about the insane hours we were working and she was 100 percent right,” Pompeo said on the podcast.

Ellen Pompeo is coming to the defense of Katherine Heigl over some controversial comments her former “Grey’s Anatomy” co-star made during a 2009 talk show appearance.

Ellen Pompeo is praising Katherine Heigl former comments about the long working hours on Grey’s Anatomy.

Missy Peregrym will be taking her second leave of absence from FBI.

Kate Aurthur editorBianca A. Santos and Cedric Sanders have been added as recurring cast members on Season 18 of ABC’s “Grey’s Anatomy,” playing a married couple in a dire medical situation — as if there is any other kind at Grey Sloan Memorial these days.Sanders is playing Simon Clark, who is desribed thusly: “A devoted husband/ father-to-be, Simon is depleted from a long-term battle with a serious illness.

Geri Horner and Victoria Beckham may be in different cities, but the fashion designer hasn't been far from her Spice Girls bandmate's thoughts.MORE: Geri Horner shares intimate glimpse inside skiing vacation with husband Christian and their kidsIn honour of Victoria's 48th birthday on Sunday, Geri - also known as Ginger Spice - shared two throwback pictures from their heyday, cementing their close bond.WATCH: Spice Girls celebrate 25th anniversary of WannabeIn the caption, she wrote: "Happy birthday! @victoriabeckham - what a woman! Wishing you the best year ahead. Xxx."MORE: Geri Horner cosies up to husband Christian Horner in rare family selfieSEE: Nicola Peltz shares new view of upgraded diamond ring as she kisses Brooklyn in new snapDespite the sweet message, fans noticed how Victoria doesn't follow Geri on the social media platform.

Shonda Rhimes is opening up about Grey’s Anatomy!

Shonda Rhimes has several people she'd like to welcome back to. ET's Kevin Frazier spoke with the 52-year-old producer at the grand opening of the Shonda Rhimes Performing Arts Center (RPAC) in Los Angeles, California, and she revealed the characters she'd like to see on the medical drama once more.ET's chat with Rhimes came after news broke that Kate Walsh is set to reprise her role as Dr. Addison Montgomery on an upcoming episode of .While Rhimes noted that she doesn't «run anymore» — that job is left to showrunner Krista Vernoff — the creator of the medical drama can't help but miss some of the show's dearly departed characters.«Some of them aren't alive anymore,» Rhimes said of the characters she'd like to see on again.

Country cuties! In addition to crooning successful country tracks, many of the genre’s beloved artists spend their time raising their faithful four-legged companions.

Billy Porter is weighing in on the headline-grabbing Oscars slap, and what he felt it represented about the societal perception of masculinity.ET's Kevin Frazier spoke with Porter at the grand opening of the Shonda Rhimes Performing Arts Center, home of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy, in Los Angeles on Saturday, and he shared his take on the incident and its aftermath.Will Smith's actions at the 2022 Oscars have been at the forefront of public discourse since the moment he took the stage to hit Chris Rock during the live show. Now, less than two weeks later, Smith has been banned from attending the Oscars for 10 years, and Porter says it's tough to really address the altercation.«It's a really rough one for me, you know, because I don't know that I have the authority to speak on it.

T.I. argued with comedian Lauren Knight at an Atlanta open mic night Monday after she brought up the sexual assault allegations leveled against the rapper and his wife Tamika "Tiny" Harris during her set.

Grey's Anatomy isn't done with Addison Montgomery, and Addison Montgomery isn't done with Grey's Anatomy. First introduced in the season one finale as Derek Shepherd's estranged wife—and therefore Meredith Grey's antagonist—the neonatal surgeon played by Kate Walsh gained enough popularity for her own spin-off, Private Practice, and has returned to Grey's a handful of times since, including earlier this season. (Off-screen, Walsh and series star Ellen Pompeo aren't rivals but friends!)This content can also be viewed on the site it from.And she's coming back! Walsh announced the news on Twitter, posting a video of herself doing a trend that's popular on TikTok: set to a clip from SpongeBob Squarepants, someone enters, exits, and re-enters “in uniform.” ( if you want to kill seven minutes and several brain cells.) For hers, Walsh changed from loungewear to a cocktail dress, heels, and a doctor's coat.

Martha Stewart is mourning the loss of one of her four-legged companions. On Sunday, the 80-year-old businesswoman shared that her cat, Princess Peony, died after she was killed by four of her dogs.“burying the beautiful and unusual Princess Peony.

Martha Stewart is saying goodbye to a beloved pet.

Ellise Shafer “Grey’s Anatomy” writer Elisabeth Finch has taken a personal leave of absence from the show following claims that she had exaggerated her medical history — some of which was allegedly used as inspiration for episodes of the medical drama.Questions surrounding Finch’s medical history were first reported by The Ankler on March 17. Finch’s ailments, which include a rare form of bone cancer, the loss of part of her leg and knee replacement surgery, were said to have inspired storylines on the show and alleged to have been fabricated.

Details are emerging that Will Smith wasn’t dircectly asked to leave the Oscar ceremony after slapping Chris Rock over his “G.I. Jane 2” joke to Jada Pinkett Smith, rather it was suggested.

Will Smith was asked to leave the Oscars after hitting comedian Chris Rock but refused, the Academy has said. The organisation said the best actor winner’s actions were “shocking” and “traumatic” to witness live on television as it apologised to Rock, praising his “resilience in that moment”. Smith took to the stage on Sunday and slapped the comedian across the face, following a joke about his wife Jada Pinkett Smith and her hair loss.