ABC announced today that it picked up Grey’s Anatomy for a 23rd season, even though it has been on life support for many, many seasons. You pick whose death was the final nail in the coffin for you, and you stopped watching. I stopped watching so long ago that I honestly don’t remember whose death got me to stop watching. But I don’t miss it.
While the show’s ratings are down dramatically, it still does very well on streaming. So more episodes means more money! Well, for the studio at least. Production sees less money, so there will probably be more cast cuts than just Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver, who we found out last week will be leaving the medical drama at the end of the season.
Do you wish they would pull the plug on it, or are you happy it gets another year without flatlining?
Grey’s Anatomy has been on for 22 seasons, so it is not a cheap show to produce. So one of the ways they are saving money is by cutting cast members from the show.
Today, we found out that two fan favorites will not be back next season, if there is another one. They are Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver, because Owen and Teddy’s story has come to a natural end, according to the series creator Shonda Rhimes.
“Over the years, we have had the privilege of watching Owen and Teddy’s love story evolve and deepen — two characters who always seem to find their way back to each other. It is both bittersweet and joyful to give this couple the happy ending their story deserves,” said Rhimes in a statement given to The Hollywood Reporter. “Kevin and Kim bring extraordinary talent, nuance and heart to their roles as Owen and Teddy. Their contributions leave an indelible mark on Grey’s Anatomy, both in front of and behind the camera. I’m so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with them both and to see them shine.”
McKidd, who has directed 48 episodes, will direct his and Raver’s swan song, aka the season finale.
The actor joined the medical drama in 2008, and she was added a season later. Are you going to miss them, or do you think it is time for them to move on? I am sad to see them go because they are such a big part of the show. But as long as Chandra Wilson and James Pickens, Jr. are still there, it is OK. But the second one of them leaves, it is time for Grey’s to flatline.
Shonda Rhimes has killed off a lot of characters on Grey’s Anatomy, including McSteamy from a plane crash.
However, none of those actors had passed away in real life until now, sadly. On February 19th, Eric Dane lost his battle with ALS.
So, yesterday, the medical soap memorialized him with a video that will leave you crying. It was a beautiful goodbye to someone who made a difference by showing us strength as he fought an ugly disease, and with his last words.
We know how Bridgerton smells because of Bath & Body Works. Now, we know how it tastes, thanks to McCormick.
The seasoning company released three varieties of finishing sugar in honor of the romantic fairytale.
McCormick® Bridgerton™ Sweet Lemon Finishing Sugar
Captivate your senses—and perhaps a suitor or two—with this bright and creamy blend. The exquisite balance of zesty lemon and smooth sweetness creates a flavor that’s certain to be the talk of the ton. Sprinkle over pastries, cookies, or cocktails for a refreshingly flirtatious finish.
McCormick® Bridgerton™ Lavender Vanilla Finishing Sugar
A timeless pairing worthy of a love story, lavender and vanilla come together in this elegant blend. Gracefully melting at the touch of warmth, it’s perfect for teas, lattes, mocktails, or as a refined flourish atop cupcakes and cakes. A most scandalously delightful addition to any kitchen
McCormick® Bridgerton™ Strawberries & Cream Finishing Sugar
Sweet, juicy strawberries meet silky cream in this blend that’s as enchanting as a garden party in full bloom. Dust over scones, pancakes, or desserts to earn your place as the crème de la crème of the social season.
The Bridgerton sweetness is available now nationwide for a limited time. The period drama’s fifth season starts streaming on January 29th.
Merry Christmas! Netflix has a nice little present for you: the naughty trailer for the new season of Bridgerton.
From Shondaland and Jess Brownell, BRIDGERTON returns for a fairy-tale inspired fourth season. Bohemian second son Benedict Bridgerton (Luke Thompson) refuses to settle down, despite pleas to the contrary from matriarch Lady Violet Bridgerton (Ruth Gemmell). Until — at Violet’s masquerade ball, Benedict is awestruck by a masked, mysterious Lady in Silver. With the reluctant help of his sister Eloise (Claudia Jessie), Benedict sets out in society to uncover the young lady’s identity. But in fact, his heart’s desire is not in society at all — she is a resourceful maid called Sophie Baek (Yerin Ha), working for the formidable Lady of the house, Araminta Gun (Katie Leung).
When fate brings Benedict and Sophie back together, Benedict wrestles between the reality of his affection for this intriguing maid and the fantasy of the Lady in Silver — unaware that they are the same person. Will Benedict’s inability to see these women as one in the same derail the undeniable spark between him and Sophie? And can love truly conquer anything — even a cross-class connection forbidden by society?
Inspiring Benedict’s journey are the marriages of his siblings —including Francesca (Hannah Dodd) to John Stirling (Victor Alli), and Colin (Luke Newton) to Penelope (Nicola Coughlan), who faces new challenges as a now public gossip columnist.
Bridgerton S4 will drop in two parts: Part 1 on January 29th, and Part 2 on February 26th.
