Grey's Anatomy star Isaiah Washington will not be submitting his name for Best Actor or Best Supporting Actor Emmy consideration, Entertainment Weekly reports.
No reason for his decision has been reported, but this doesn't come as a shock.
Meanwhile, all the other Grey's Anatomy stars, besides stars Ellen Pompeo and Patrick Dempsey, who are going for Best Actress and Actor, respectively are submitting in the Best Supporting Actor and Supporting Actress categories.
While he is certainly worthy of Best Actor or Supporting Actor honors, Washington probably wishes to remain out of the award-show spotlight, given the controversy he sparked in recent months. Which is probably a wise move, as his remarks about T.R. Knight would likely cloud his accomplishments.
Hopefully, he'll get the recognition he deserves next season, when all this has blown over and his fine work on Grey's Anatomy will once again be the focus.
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April 26th, 2007 1:42 PM
I feel sorry for him. His acting is one of the most impressive in the show.
Given the latest spoilers, I hope he will still be in GA next season.
April 26th, 2007 2:06 PM
I didn't even realize they submitted their own names. I thought they were selected. That just seems crazy to me. But even with the back stage problems Isaiah is a great actor who needs to be awarded for his talent. People who can't get past what happen in October need to get over themselves and move on.
April 26th, 2007 2:10 PM
He would have deserved the award because this year his performance has been great and he has given a fantastic depth to the character of Preston Burke- Like Mia, I hope he will be in Grey next season and will get the award.
April 26th, 2007 2:14 PM
Now I am very worried that they are letting IW go in the finale. :(
People should move on. This season he has had so many amazing scenes. How couldn't they recognize his talent?
April 26th, 2007 2:30 PM
Tell me it's not true, that he leaves.
I am so sorry for him and a bit disappointed,the talent should be awarded!!!
April 26th, 2007 2:41 PM
ya know what, i'm glad he didn't submit his name. i mean although it does cause some drama in itself (i mean we all read this article, right?). anyone who would not only call another person a f----- but also use that as defense, lying and saying you did not call said person a f------ does not deserve to be recognized.
April 26th, 2007 6:49 PM
why did they say that ellen and patrick didnt submit their name? did some one do it for them??
cause they should def. get something.
but i think katherine should get an emmy. she has had so much emotional stuff on the show and she has done it beautifully.
April 26th, 2007 6:50 PM
ITA, he as done a fabulous job this seaon, his talents should be rewarded. I, too, didn't realize that they submitted their own names. In fact, I heard that all the others submitted their names, which is funny. I like everyone on the show, but they are not all good actors. Seriously! If they lose IW, the show won't be the same, and will start to lose fans.
April 26th, 2007 10:43 PM
I agree with those who said he should have been considered. I am so sorry that he felt it was in the best interest of everyone that he not try. Some of his scenes this season were emmy worthy. But, with all of the bad publicity since the Golden Globes, he probably just wants to stay out of the spotlight and potential media fire. Even when he doesn't go to these events people are taking pot shots at him and Katherine and TR are laughing about it. I still find that deplorable.
In answer to one of the previous questions, Ellen and Patrick's submissions will go into the lead actor and actress category. The rest were submitted in supporting categories.
April 26th, 2007 11:02 PM
Hiegel and Knight mockingly discussing any co-star reflect on their utter lack of finesse and grace. You cannot object to misbehavior and misbehave. That said, I wish Isaiah, has learned valuable lessons from ths incident, and hope that this will make him a better person. His time will come for his incredible talent to be recognized and respected. To withdraw from the Emmy is a consciencious move, I respect him for it and whoeve advised him to do it. There will be other award winning bodies.