May 2008 News Archive (Page 4)

In the clip below, from tomorrow night's episode of Grey's Anatomy, "Losing My Mind," Mark Sloan is determined to turn over a new leaf... with hilarious results. Meanwhile, Cristina is still down in the dumps, and Richard just wants some respect!

Follow the jump for another "Losing My Mind," preview, in which Meredith Grey wants her therapist, Dr. Wyatt, to apologize for (or at least clarify) her previous remarks, but ends up finding some forgiveness from someone else we know...

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Welcome, Grey's Anatomy followers, to the 106th week of our Monday morning tradition, the Grey's Anatomy Insider Caption Contest.

This week's winner is seriouslyJulia. Congratulations! The winning entry appears below the photo, with the full list of entries down the page.

Thanks to all of you for playing our Grey's Anatomy caption contest and good luck again this week! We can't wait for the season finale!

Here is this week's Caption Contest image:

Meredith [thinking]: "He's with Rose, he's with Rose, he's with Rose,…"
Derek [thinking]: "I'm with Rose, I'm with Rose, I'm with Rose… wait! But seriously why I'm still with Rose??!!!"

The head writer of last week's episode, Joan Rater, talks about "The Becoming" in great detail on the show's official writers' blog. Here's what the writer herself has to say about last Thursday's terrific Grey's Anatomy episode ...

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I'd like to share some thoughts on ["The Becoming"] but first I'd like to say ... OH MY GOD!!!! I just saw some stuff that was shot for the upcoming Season Four finale (that Shonda Rhimes wrote) and it's soooooooo good.

I don't mean to torment you and I really wish I could tell you all the cool things that are going to happen, and you should know the great restraint it's taking me not to give you even the tiniest little hint of what's to come (keep an eye on that champagne bottle from tonight's episode) because I have a big mouth and am really bad at keeping secrets so I can really relate to Izzie in this episode.

But enough about me and the Season 4 finale because first we have to get there and getting there is really what "The Becoming" is about.

Becoming who you want to be, who you know you could be if you weren't quite so screwed up or preoccupied with kissing when thinking about surgery.

All of our doctors are trying to become these people they see in their head, the versions of themselves who are strong and successful and happy, their best selves.

Izzie wants to be a good doctor and keep the news of Ava confidential - but also wants to be a good friend to Alex, who is changing his life for this baby that doesn't exist.

Alex Karev wants to be a good parent, but he himself didn't have very good role models, so he's scared that he won't be able to do it.

George is trying to be okay with the fact that he has to repeat his intern year, and Cristina is really trying to make the best of a bad situation with Hahn.

And then there's Meredith Grey.

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Well, that was quite the Grey's Anatomy episode.

From George taking over as head of the sex police to Izzie keeping Rebecca's secret from Alex, to Cristina battling her feelings for Burke to Meredith and Derek's clinical (and personal) trials, the action is covered in our episode guide to "The Becoming."

We've already posted our photo gallery (with pictures actually from this episode, we swear, sorry for the mix-up earlier in the week!), as well as our guide to last night's Grey's Anatomy music. A list of memorable quotes is also still to come.

What were your thoughts on "The Becoming" and all that transpired within?

We welcome your opinions, observations, criticisms and praise in the form of comments - or by conversing with fellow fans in our exclusive forum!

Bonding through their clinical trial, Meredith Grey and Derek Shepherd took another step towards getting together for good on Grey's Anatomy.

Sort of.

If you've seen promos for this week's episode, "The Becoming," you likely noticed that they feature Preston Burke - even if the former character doesn't appear on the actual episode of Grey's Anatomy. Just a picture of him.

Below is a photo taken from the promo. Tonight's Grey's Anatomy will focus on how Cristina Yang (Sandra Oh) reacts to this news of her ex-fiance.

Isaiah Washington, who portrayed Preston so brilliantly before being fired after Season 3, is now shooting a movie with Forrest Whitaker in New Orleans, but is reportedly upset about his likeness being used on Grey's Anatomy.

Washington's rep, Howard Bragman said in a statement:

"Isaiah has no plans to go back to Grey's Anatomy ... That being said, we were more than a little surprised that ABC used his likeness in a promo for the show, and indeed advanced his character's storyline. Mr. Washington's attorney has contacted the Screen Actors Guild and ABC as to the appropriateness of that action."

A representative for ABC could not be reached for comment.

This poses the question of whether ABC is using Burke (a la Addison) as a ploy to boost Grey's Anatomy ratings, which have slipped. Thoughts?

In case you were unaware, Patrick Dempsey is handsome. He's also hilarious! The Grey's Anatomy star (TV's sexiest) exhibits both in the video clip below, from his recent appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Enjoy!

Ghost Whisperer star Jennifer Love Hewitt and Grey's Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey were recently voted the sexiest stars on TV by TV Guide.

The respective stars of Ghost Whisperer and Grey's Anatomy appear on two alternative covers of the magazine's "Sexiest Stars" issue.

Patrick Dempsey at the photo shoot. Can you argue he's the sexiest?

Also making the hot list was another handsome Grey's Anatomy star, Justin Chambers, along with other celebs such as Vanessa Williams, Private Practice leading man Taye Diggs, Eva Longoria and Josh Holloway.

Here's a photo of Grey's Anatomy star Ellen Pompeo from earlier in the week. We always love to see Ellen pictures, and think she looks great no matter how fancy or casually she's dressed. Case in point, the Ellen Pompeo shot below ...

We've seen the Grey's Anatomy spoilers and previews, now it's time to watch the drama unfold. Looks like another good episode for us this evening, with Meredith and Derek growing closer, and some other big surprises in store.

How will everything play out with your favorite characters? What are you hoping will happen tonight? Discuss "The Becoming" with other Grey's Anatomy fans before, during and after the show in Grey's Anatomy Insider's forum...

We will have our comprehensive episode recap, along with our photo gallery, music guide, list of Grey's Anatomy quotes and Round Table up as soon as we can! Enjoy!

It's safe to say our favorite show is back and better than ever. Below are two questions answered by top TV sleuths Michael Ausiello (TV Guide) and Kristin Veitch (E! Online) about the upcoming episodes of Grey's Anatomy...

Question: Seems like Grey's Anatomy is heading on the right track to greatness again! Any spoilers to confirm this?

Michael Ausiello: Yes indeed. I just found out which two characters will be performing the "major kiss" in the Grey's Anatomy season finale and trust me when I say you will not be disappointed.

Will it be Meredith and Derek engaging in the unforgettable kiss?

Question: Any Grey's Anatomy scoop involving Hahn and Sloan? They are my new favorite couple.

Kristin Veitch: But isn't she a le...ooker, a looker? Not that there's anything wrong with that! (Wink, wink.) I can tell you that Eric Dane (Mark "McSteamy" Sloan) has a nude scene in the finale. God bless you, Shonda Rhimes! Who he's gettin' naked with I cannot say, but obviously there is gonna be some steam involved. In other Grey's Anatomy news, I'm also told that Ava/Rebecca is actually sick, and that will be a big story line for both Alex and Izzie.