Grey's Anatomy gets surprise renewal for a 19th season
And yes, Ellen Pompeo will be back as Meredith Grey

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Grey’s Anatomy has been renewed for its 19th season and, after much speculation, star Ellen Pompeo has signed on to continue as the series’ star, Dr. Meredith Grey.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Pompeo will remain the highest-paid actress in a primetime drama series. Original stars Chandra Wilson and James Pickens Jr., who play Dr. Miranda Bailey and Dr. Richard Webber, respectively, will also continue on into the show’s 19th season, having signed multi-year extensions in May 2021.