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 spinoff. George debuted as Ben Grey’s anatomy season 6 in 2010, and in 2018 he starred in the show’s spin-off, Station 19when Ben switched his career from medicine to firefighting. Throughout his time Station 19George continued to make guest appearances Grey’s anatomyalso during crossover events, especially since his character, Ben, is married to Gray Sloan surgeon, Dr. Miranda Bailey (Chandra Wilson).
After Station 19 completed in 2024, George returned to Grey’s anatomy full timewhere Ben is now about to start a plastics fellowship. At the end of season 22, he was excited to start this new chapter in his career. Now, George is discussing his return for season 23.
Grey’s Anatomy’s Jason George confirms Ben’s return in season 23
In an interview with We weeklyGeorge revealed what Ben will be returning for Grey’s anatomy season 23. He shared, ‘I think I can confirm that Ben will be back. I’m pretty sure I’ll be back.’
Jason George wants Ben to appear on The Grey’s Anatomy Texas spin-off
On May 19, 2026, ABC announced that a Grey’s anatomy spin-off set in Texas will premiere midseason in 2027. The show takes place at a rural medical center in West Texas, the last chance for miles of care. George believes 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 the skills of an EMT, firefighter, anesthesiologist and a surgeon. What else do you need? He’s a whole department unto himself, so he should come to Texas for a while. I want Ben to keep exploring.”
Jason George praises the Grey’s Anatomy creative team for their respect when writing off actors
George stated that too, when it comes to the ending Grey’s anatomy storylines of the characters and that’s why the show’s creative team lets actors go with respect and kindness. He explained, “They’re not afraid to make the tough decisions on the story front 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 get a call and a conversation. I remember getting the call to do the spin-off for Station 19. I thought it was a call to say, ‘Sorry man, we’re writing Ben off the show.'”
George added, “I’m grateful because there are shows in Hollywood – you hear the stories – where you find out you’re reading the show at the table. You’re completely blindsided. I love that my bosses try to show as much respect as possible in that regard.”
George also said he is “no problem” about the possible end of Grey’s anatomy. He shared, “Every show that airs gets canceled one day. It’s just a matter of people treating it with respect as you walk the path. So that’s what I have and that’s a good time.”
Grey’s anatomy had a major cast shake-up in the season 22 finale, then Kevin McKidd (Dr. Owen Hunt) and Kim Raver (Dr. Teddy Altman) left the show after almost twenty years. It’s 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 stay at Gray Sloan for years to come, even if he appears in Texas. Grey’s anatomy needs Jason George and Ben Warren.
Source: We weekly
- Release date
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March 27, 2005
- Network
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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
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