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‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 23 Premiere Reveals Shocking Pregnancy and Another Potential Departure

Simone Griffith’s positive test and Jo Wilson’s resignation set up major shifts as Grey Sloan faces a new chief and a controversial VIP wing.

  • On Thursday, October 15, Grey's Anatomy kicked off its 23rd season on ABC with the premiere episode 'Collide,' marking the return of Meredith Grey to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.
  • Following the departures of Owen Hunt and Teddy Altman, the hospital introduced a controversial VIP floor, with new Chief of Surgery Seth Norton clashing with staff over financial feasibility.
  • Dr. Simone Griffith faced uncertainty after a positive pregnancy test during the episode, while Dr. Jo Wilson stunned colleagues by quitting and Dr. Atticus Lincoln hid his painkiller reliance.
  • Showrunner Meg Marinis and Shonda Rhimes are developing an untitled spinoff set at a rural West Texas medical center, targeting a 2026-2027 season premiere.
  • Fans can watch new episodes Thursdays at 10 p.m. ET on ABC, or stream them on Hulu the following day on Friday, with the second episode arriving October 22.
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MEAWW Entertainment broke the news in New York, United States on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
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