How Patrick Dempsey Really Feels About His Grey's Anatomy Character Today

Patrick Dempsey Says “Grey's Anatomy” Fame Made Him 'Much More of a Homebody'

Dempsey joined 'Grey's' in the first season, which aired in 2005, and left in a shocking twist in season 11Patrick Dempsey on 'Grey's Anatomy' (left); Patrick Dempsey on Jan. 28, 2026 in New York CityCredit: Frank Ockenfels/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty; Jason Mendez/GettyNEED TO KNOWPatrick Dempsey says the success of Grey's Anatomy led him to become more of a "homebody"In a new interview, the actor said the show's popularity i…

How Patrick Dempsey Really Feels About His Grey's Anatomy Character Today

Over 10 years after Patrick Dempsey exited Grey’s Anatomy when his iconic character Dr. Derek Shepherd died, he reflected on his connection to the series and where he stands with it now.

Patrick Dempsey no longer feels an 'attachment' to Grey's Anatomy character

Grey's Anatomy star Patrick Dempsey no longer feels an "attachment" to his character, Derek 'McDreamy' Shepherd, but he admitted the neurosurgeon will "always" be part of his life.

Patrick Dempsey Says He Has No Attachment to ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Character Anymore, But Explains Why He’s So Grateful to the Show | Just Jared: Celebrity News and Gossip

Patrick Dempsey hasn’t been on Grey’s Anatomy as a series regular for 10 years now and while he doesn’t feel an “attachment” to his character anymore, he understands the impact his work as Derek Shepherd had on his life. The 60-year-old actor is currently starring in the Fox series Memory of a Killer and was asked about Grey’s in a new interview about the show. “What kind of relationship do you have with Derek Shepherd now? Do you still have any…

Patrick Dempsey Explains His Darker TV Return With ‘Memory of a Killer’: “I Don’t Get This Type of Character Offered Often”

The star and executive producer dives into his role as a contracted killer battling early onset Alzheimer’s in the Fox psychological thriller series, while also paying tribute to his late 'Grey's Anatomy' co-star Eric Dane, who died Feb. 19 after battling ALS, and sharing why he has made peace with being forever known as “McDreamy."