Grey’s Anatomy season 16 cast: Who is in the cast of Grey's Anatomy series 16?
GREY’S ANATOMY season 16 premiered on ABC this month with a number of its cast from previous series returning to Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital. But who stars in the new series?
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The cast of Grey’s Anatomy are back for season 16 following its premiere on Thursday, September 26. Renewed for at least two more seasons on ABC and Sky, the show’s leading stars will be back for season 17 as well in the near future. For now, here’s the rundown of which actors star in the current series.
Who is in the cast of Grey’s Anatomy season 16?
Dr Meredith Grey – Ellen Pompeo
The show’s leading character Meredith Grey is back and played by Golden Globe-nominee Ellen Pompeo once more.
Pompeo has appeared in every episode of the hospital drama to date and will continue to do so in all of season 16's episodes.
Away from the series, the actor has also starred in NBC sitcom Friends, Marvel blockbuster Daredevil and Oscar-nominated movie Catch Me If You Can.
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Dr Alex Karev – Justin Chambers
Another Grey’s Anatomy legend will be back in the form of Dr Alex Karev, played by Justin Chambers.
Chambers has portrayed the character ever since the series pilot in 2005.
His CV also includes roles in Private Practice, Cold Case and Seasons of Love.
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Dr Taryn Helm – Jaicy Elliot
Fans got their first glimpse at Jaicy Elliot as Dr Helm back in season 14.
Dr Helm has appeared in over 30 episodes and will be back in the new series.
Grey’s Anatomy was the actor’s first-ever on-screen role and continues to be her only part to date.
Dr Miranda Bailey – Chandra Wilson
Chandra Wilson reprises the role of Dr Bailey for the 16th time in 2019.
Along with Pompeo and Chambers, Wilson has also appeared in every episode so far.
The five-time Emmy-nominee has also starred in General Hospital, Law & Order and Station 19.
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Dr Owen Hunt – Kevin McKidd
Head of trauma at the hospital Dr Owen Hunt returns.
The role is once again played by Kevin McKidd throughout season 16.
Besides Grey’s Anatomy, he’s enjoyed parts on BBC drama Rome, NBC’s Journeyman and Star Wars Rebels.
Dr Jackson Avery – Jesse Williams
A former doctor at Mercy West, Dr Jackson Avery continues his work at the merged hospital in season 16.
A series stalwart since season six, Dr Avery is portrayed by Jesse Williams.
Prior to landing the role on the ABC series, McKidd starred in The Cabin in the Woods and They Die by Dawn.
Dr Jo Wilson – Camilla Luddington
After being introduced in the season nine premiere, Dr Jo Wilson has proved a favourite among ABC viewers.
She returns for season 16 with Camilla Luddington thing on the role.
Luddington’s also starred in HBO series True Blood, Showtime’s Californication and even played Kate Middleton in Lifetime TV movie William & Kate.
Other actors returning in Grey’s Anatomy season 16 are:
- Kim Raver as Dr Teddy Altman
- James Pickens Jr as Dr Richard Webber
- Caterina Scorsone as Dr Amelia Shepherd
- Kelly McCreary as Dr Maggie Pearce
- Chris Carmack as Dr Atticus Lincoln
Grey’s Anatomy season 16 premieres on ABC on Thursday, September 26.