For nearly two decades, Ellen Pompeo has been the heartbeat of Grey Sloan Memorial. Even as new interns come and go, Meredith Grey’s presence still feels like the spine of the show. So when viewers noticed Pompeo stepping back from Grey’s Anatomy in recent seasons, whispers started swirling — is she finally leaving for good?

Behind the scenes, Pompeo has been anything but idle. She’s been exploring new projects, juggling motherhood, and dipping her toes into roles far beyond the operating room.
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