Katherine Heigl reunites with ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ cast at Emmys — years after infamous exit and fallout

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Emmy Awards on Monday night. The cast appeared in a replica hospital room at the awards ceremony, where they presented Paul Walter Hauser with a trophy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, for “Black Bird.” “When the first episode of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ aired in March of 2005, I’m not sure Shonda Rhimes knew that she had created a show that would have a lasting imprint on television and create lifelong friendships,” Pompeo, 54, began about the show’s creator.“Over 400 episodes and counting — a tribute to everyone who has been a part of our family,” Chambers, 53, added.

Heigl, 45, who famously left the show in 2010, chimed in: “And yes, there have been some changes over the years. But the one thing that has remained a constant is the incredible fan base.”Wilson, 54, meanwhile, noted: “You stayed with us through plane crashes, superstorms, earthquakes and a global pandemic and as we start our 20th season, we are officially the longest running prime-time medical drama in TV history.”“And that would not be possible without all of you, so to all of our fans, and to all of you,” Pickens Jr.

concluded, motioning to his cast mates. “We thank you.”Before the ceremony, the “27 Dresses” star spoke to Laverne Cox on the red carpet about how it felt to be back with her co-stars. “It’s crazy.

It’s like, in one way, it feels like I just saw them all, and then in another, it’s like oldest life has passed.“Our children have all gotten older,” she continued. “Shonda’s son, Michael, was born in the second season of the show and he’s now 18 years old.