WARNING! THIS ARTICLE CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS ABOUT GREY’S ANATOMY SEASON 23!Grey’s Anatomy Star Jason George revealed that his character, Dr. Ben Warren, will return for season 23, adding that he would like to see him appear in the long-running medical drama series’ Texas spin-off. George debuted as Ben in Grey’s Anatomy season 6 in 2010, and in 2018 starred in the show’s spin-off, Station 19when Ben changed his career from medicine to firefighting. Throughout his time on Station 19George continued to make guest appearances on Grey’s Anatomyincluding during crossover events, particularly because his character, Ben, is married to Gray Sloan surgeon Dr. Miranda Bailey (Chandra Wilson).
After Station 19 entered into in 2024, George returned to Grey’s Anatomy full timewhere Ben is now going to start a plastic community. At the end of season 22, he was excited to start this new chapter in his career. Now, George is discussing returning for season 23.
Grey’s Anatomy’s Jason George Confirms Ben’s Season 23 Return
In an interview with Us WeeklyGeorge revealed that Ben will return for Grey’s Anatomy season 23. He shared, “I think I can confirm that Ben will be back. I’m pretty sure I will be back.”
Jason George wants Ben to appear in The Grey’s Anatomy Texas Spin-Off
On 19 May 2026, ABC announced that a Grey’s Anatomy spin-off set in Texas will premiere in the midseason of 2027. The show takes place at a rural West Texas medical center that is the last chance for care for miles. George believes that Ben would be perfect in that setting, given his background in many different careers.
George explained, “(He) should visit Texas at some point because he has skills as an EMT, firefighter, anesthesiologist and a surgeon. What else do you need? He’s a whole department by himself, so he should visit Texas for a heartbeat. I want Ben to keep exploring.”
Jason George praises the Grey’s Anatomy creative team for their respect when writing off actors
George also said that when it comes to closing Grey’s Anatomy the history of the characters and therefore the show’s creative team lets actors go, doing so with respect and kindness. He explained, “They’re not afraid to make the tough decisions in terms of the story to keep the story as fresh and alive as possible. But they do it with respect. As early as possible — as soon as you think about it — you’re going to get a call and a conversation. I remember when I got the call to do the spinoff for Station 19. I thought it was a call to (say), ‘sorry,’ sorry.
George added, “I’m grateful because there are shows in Hollywood — you hear the stories — where you find you leave the show table read. You’re completely remarkably blind-sided. I love the fact that my bosses try to give as much respect as possible in that regard.”
George also expressed that he is “not worried” about the potential end of Grey’s Anatomy. He shared, “Every show that comes on the air gets canceled one day. It’s just a matter of whether people treat it with respect as you walk the path. So I have, and it’s a good time.”
Grey’s Anatomy had a larger cast in the season 22 finale, then Kevin McKidd (Dr. Owen Hunt) and Kim Raver (Dr. Teddy Altman) left the show after nearly two decades. It is comforting to know that George’s Ben is returning to the show as he has always been a strong and calming presence. Hopefully Ben will stick with Gray Sloan for years to come even as he performs in Texas. Grey’s Anatomy need Jason George and Ben Warren.
Source: Us Weekly
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March 27, 2005
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ABC
- Directors
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Rob Corn, Kevin McKidd, Debbie Allen, Chandra Wilson, Allison Liddi-Brown, Jeannot Szwarc, Tony Phelan
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Ellen Pompeo
Dr. Meredith Gray
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Chandra Wilson
Dr. Miranda Bailey
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James Pickens Jr.
Dr. Richard Webber
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Justin Chambers
Dr. Alex Karev
