Overview
- Following Thursday's Season 22 finale, Grey's Anatomy said goodbye to longtime regulars Kevin McKidd and Kim Raver, who played Owen Hunt and Teddy Altman.
- Showrunner Meg Marinis said writers debated an “iconic Grey’s Anatomy” death for Owen before choosing a nonfatal exit that leaves room for a return.
- Kevin McKidd directed the finale and said he will continue directing episodes, noting he is open to future on‑screen appearances.
- ABC has renewed the series for Season 23, positioning the fall return to address unresolved character arcs without giving away key twists.
- Owen and Teddy’s departures cap runs that began in Seasons 5 and 6 and mark a pivot toward newer faces at Grey Sloan after years of cast changes.