Curious whether any main cast members are actually leaving Grey’s Anatomy after Season 21’s explosive finale? ABC officially renewed the series for Season 22, with longtime cast members already signed on to return if asked. However, the season ended with a massive OR explosion that left several characters’ fates unknown, prompting speculation about potential exits. Showrunner Meg Marinis confirmed that only Meredith Grey and Ben Warren are safe, while others remain unaccounted for.
Here’s what we know so far about the cast’s contracts, the finale’s cliffhanger, and which actors could be in danger of leaving Grey’s Anatomy in Season 22.
List of all actors who are in danger of Leaving Grey’s Anatomy in Season 22
Chris Carmack (Dr. Atticus “Link” Lincoln)
Link was the last doctor seen onscreen before the OR exploded, placing him at the heart of the blast. Showrunner Meg Marinis stated, “There are other doctors on that floor,” suggesting Link may not be the only one at risk. His potential death would be especially tragic following his recent marriage to Jo and the announcement of their twin daughters.
Kim Raver (Dr. Teddy Altman)
Teddy had not been seen at the hospital for several hours prior to the explosion, as noted by Jules and Monica. Her unexplained absence has raised concerns that she may have been on the affected floor or involved offscreen. As Chief of Surgery, her loss would significantly affect hospital leadership.
Chandra Wilson (Dr. Miranda Bailey)
Bailey was last shown heading toward the OR just before the explosion. As one of the show’s original characters and a longtime pillar of Grey Sloan, her potential departure would deeply affect both the narrative and the cast.
Adelaide Kane (Dr. Jules Millin)
Jules was preparing for surgery alongside Bailey and Monica when the explosion occurred. Having recently found renewed purpose at Grey Sloan, her survival remains uncertain. So, it is a possibility that she may be leaving Grey’s Anatomy.
Natalie Morales (Dr. Monica Beltran)
Monica was seen with Bailey and Jules on the OR floor moments before the fire. As a strong addition to the hospital staff, her fate is currently unknown.
Niko Terho (Dr. Lucas Adams)
Lucas survived the earlier hostage crisis but was last shown running toward the danger to warn others about the gas leak. His actual location at the time of the explosion was not revealed, leaving his status unresolved.
