Grey's Anatomy On TV: Schedule
"Crash Into Me, Pt. II"
Thursday, August 7, 9 p.m. (repeat, episode 4.10)
"Lay Your Hands On Me"
Thursday, August 14, 9 p.m. (repeat, episode 4.11)
"Untitled"
Thursday, September 25, 9 p.m. (NEW, 5.1)
Season 5 of Grey's Anatomy finally begins!
July 2nd, 2007 7:02 AM
A) I hate both homophobia and racism!!!
B) I really don't believe that racism had anything to do with the network's or producers' decision to let Washington go.
C) I also hate cheap and sensational journalism and defamation.
D) I deeply respect the cast of Grey's Anatomy for their superb performance on the show. Isaiah Washington did a superb job in portraying Dr. Preston Burke. I therefore find it very sad to see him go and am convinced that the show won't be the same without him.
July 2nd, 2007 7:28 AM
Rosie O'Donnel has been on televison insulting people for years, she even accused Kelly Ripa of being homophobic, Don Imus has been insulting every race, sex, etc., and he'd been on the air for what 20-30 years, Michael Richards could have gone back to work at the same comedy club where he made his racial slurs, but the owner told him he would have to apologize, but Richards wasn't willing to that. Yes, some people do get second, third...chances.
July 2nd, 2007 8:43 AM
It is a shame that things has come to this.
I must admit as a black man I would not have said the things Isaiah said. However, he did try to atone for his comments and was still fired for it.
So he had to right to speak his mind afterwards.
Note that Grey's has been successful because of all the characters within it, with Isaiah gone there is going to be a lot lost. I will not be watching Grey's again with him gone.
Additionally, there are a number of people making stupid comments about the color of his skins not being a factor in his firing, how would you know being white. Secondly, Even though I would not use that word I get the feeling that America is trying to pass this way of life as normal, it is a chosen way of life unlike being Black or brown.
Comment, to Isaiah from a Black man from England. I agree with you on many issues however a lot of your conduct was unnecessary i.e. the silly argument you got into. Note that black men have been waiting for a long time for a strong black character which we found in you, your firing has cost us a lot. This unfortunately is the white man's ball game and even though you should not act as an Uncle Tom sometimes you have to put up and shut up!!!!!!!!!!!!!
July 2nd, 2007 12:11 PM
This just in....ABC just fired another BLACK actress, Merrin Dungey, from Private Practive. Big shock and surprise. ABC citing "lack of public following". Dungey has a huge following....there are white actors on that show I had never even heard of or seen before.
July 2nd, 2007 3:28 PM
I must admit that i dont condone using the race card especially in this situation.I thinkhe made all his points in previous interveiws and really didnt need to add the race card. i am an IW fan and i do beleive that the media and TRK's misrepresentation of events ( which still has people saying it was a physical altercation,which it was not and that the comment was made about TRK who wasnt even there) lead to his firing, but i must say i do not think race was the reason, IMO this was about political correctness. After the incident Joe the bartender ends up gay, George ends up a stup, IW ends up out on hiss butt and TR gets a raise. if it wasnr TRK's plan to exploit this for all it was worth then he shoudl play powerball right now because he is a lucky man and now once again IW has made amove that helps TRK's cause yet again because in 2007 the race card is not the ace of spades but the 2 of clubs,worthless.Siince there is no racism any more(yeh right) Just look at these post. Even without the race card i feel he got a raw deal but it wont matter now especially after dropping the race card because now no one will listen to the truth in his other interveiws. just he way of the world i guess.
July 2nd, 2007 5:41 PM
I agree with points Iceman made, but I do think race plays a part. I do not think it was the main or the only reason, but it definately influenced ABC's decision. Knight pulling a power play was definately the front and center reason. If Dempsey was in the middle of this ABC would have kept it so in-house no one would have ever heard of it.
July 2nd, 2007 5:43 PM
I agree with points Iceman made, but I do think race plays a part. I do not think it was the main or the only reason, but it definately influenced ABC's decision. Knight pulling a power play was definately the front and center reason. If Dempsey was in the middle of this ABC would have kept it so in-house no one would have ever heard of it. But if Washington was going to bring race into this, he could have done it much better. He is extremely intillegent and eloquent to have had an interview come out like that. But then again, reporters only report the story they want to. Newsweek could have cut out key parts to the interview. It wouldn't be the first time. But I guess we will see tonight on Larry King!
July 2nd, 2007 8:33 PM
I BELIEVE ISAIAH. Wow, I can't believe how many people on here are reading what this man is saying and calling him an idiot. NOBODY knows what happened on the set. Not even me. But to assume that he's doing this for publicity. Here is a man who has played on some of the most poignant movies - he has even played a gay man in a movie. Here is a man who is a SMART intelligent actor. And ABC canned him anyway. The same network that keeps running the Bachelor - a show of silly little bleached blondes chasing after one man, professing their love after 3 whole weeks.
The fact remains -- Isaiah went to counseling, recorded a PSA, did everything ABC wanted, and LIKE COWARDS they fired him anyway. I'm disappointed in Shonda who didn't stand up for him and keep him aboard - this calabre of actor doesn't come by often, especially to some little TV show that has an average shelf life of 6 seasons. Because of Isaiah, BURKE is one of the BEST characters on the show - and they got rid of him. Well, Grey's has LOST a TON of viewers with the firing of Isaiah - a ton, including me.
July 2nd, 2007 8:48 PM
THE COMMENT WAS STUPID, but the firing was un-necessary. Dr. Burke was an INTREGRAL part of the show and personally I will miss him and/or his character. Many people before him have made this same 'error in judgement' and was able to keep their job, why not give him a second chance as well. Personally I hope there's enough of an out cry that Dr. Burke makes a come back!!
July 3rd, 2007 6:07 AM
The fact that ABC and PD will not comment on the things that IW said on the interview only confirms that IW is telling the truth. I said there was more to it and that it involved PD.
July 3rd, 2007 7:55 AM
I had a similar situation happen to me at my place of business. It was said that I was a danger and threat to the other person. I attended counseling and of course was deemed safe to again enter the workplace. But, the stigma remained and for those who knew me well (family) it was a big joke. But, we are a minority and if they feel like we are a threat, we are a threat. The thing I learned was not to let them have that much power of my emotions. It is still a form of control and believe me they use it well. Be encouraged and always count to ten, twenty, thirty, forty.... (smile)
July 3rd, 2007 8:54 PM
Okay, Isaiah Washington just lost status with me, playing the sad race card. I didn't like that he was fired but I can't stand it when people use their race as an excuse. I'm a minority and don't cry racism when things don't go my way, I don't start crying its because of my race.
July 9th, 2007 2:11 AM
Bill is the only person who has responded in a logical manner. It is disappointing that one of the strongest characters (Burke) contract was not renewed. As Bill pointed out - he was not fired. There surely are reasons for his firing that the public will never be enlightened with - especially if it was motivated by race. This is just opinion; but IW is upset and probably devasted by his loss. When upset many people lash out at others - doesnt this fit with the stages of grief? Anger is usually the first stage. Since he is a celebrity any direction or path he chooses to deal with his loss will be public. Unfortunately those of us with the extra time and opions will pathetically comment on a TV show and fictional character. Although that is pathetic, I do feel he is a great loss to the show as the chemistry of all the characters together made the show exceptional.
July 9th, 2007 10:56 PM
Preston Burke was an integral part of the show, and I'm very, very disappointed that ABC didn't renew IW's contract. As for who is telling the truth, it's going to be a cat-and-mouse game. I don't mind hearing Isaiah's side of the story because we've heard TK's side already.
IW's claims may seem incredulous at first, but who are we to judge...we'll probably never know what really went on. Let's just hope that the show reverts back to what made us love GA (as in Season 1 & 2), because honestly, season 3 wasn't that great!
July 10th, 2007 2:19 AM
i ahve to agree to Girl 28 opinion that season 3 is not as great as season 1 and 2....so i expect worst for season 4 if DR PRESTON BURKE is not there....vote for Isaiah Washington for season 4
July 10th, 2007 1:25 PM
Of course he's angry and upset, the fans are, too. He would be lying if he said he wasn't. ABC lead him to believe he would be coming back. They gagged him but allowed TK and KH to speak freely with no consequences. People clamed to want to know what happened, but yet they choose to believe two people who weren't even there when ithe disagreement with PD and IW happened. He wasn't blaming anyone, he was telling what happened, and he also took responsibility for the things he did wrong. The reason people don't want to believe him is because they were wrong for making a quick judgment before hearing both sides, and it's easier for them to believe it's not true than to say they were wrong.
July 16th, 2007 2:31 PM
Okay SO RacIsm Is'nt The Poblem! FINE! And Gay Slurs Are? FINE! But can't u seethis pronlem is increasing If WE STILL GIVE IT CREDIT! GOD if he gets fired too bad. Grey's Anatomy will find a way to make it better!(hopfully) You Know Why I Say That? Because nobody has said from PRO to CON that they'll stop watching the show! I Was With Not Racism Nor the gay slur. ABV should forgive and forget but you know what? they don't. and honestly We'll see if the show's the same without him. He is a jake ass foe tring to turn to himself to be the victim but GOD Letting go a chunk of the scrip? Might aswell take out the HOSPITAL out of the setting and make it to maritteth's home. BITCH? Why did they do that?And I have a feeling that the people against IW hate him and his character but so what? U hate him some love him.And people who like him....well good for you but just don't EVER say racism was'nt a grainy part of it aswell as not only the anti-gay slur!
August 15th, 2007 2:28 AM
The BRAINWASHING has hit a WHOLE new level!!
There was a time when we could all believe what we want. Now..those of us who think sex between people of the same sex is, well, not natural, are being told "WE CAN'T BELIEVE THIS WAY" by hollywood and politcal figures. We're even being called names; (homophobic). I can tell you right now, I have NO phobia's about homosexuality. I don't FEAR it, whatsoever!!! So stop calling ME names.....in fact...if you ever work for me....I'll FIRE you for calling me a HOMOPHOBIC because that is OFFENSIVE to me!!! If I don't want to embrace men's sexual behavior with other men....I DON'T HAVE TO!!! LEAVE ME ALONE, HOLLYWOOD!!! For those of you who have fallen victim of our wonderful media here in America, Do NOT apologize if you once thought homosexuality was unnatural. It's okay to disagree with it. It's NOT okay to treat homosexuals poorly....you simply DO NOT HAVE TO EMBRACE IT if you choose not to. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO EMBRACE other types of sex acts if you don't want to EITHER!!