Kevin McKidd: From Grey's to The Only Suspect

0:00On April 22nd, Kevin McKidges wrapped up nearly 20 years on Grey's Anatomy as Dr. Owen Hunt, with his exit hitting in the season 22. Finale on May 7th. The Scottish actor, who joined in season 5 back in 2008, is jumping straight into the lead of ITB's thriller The Only Suspect. He plays Alex, a guy hiding a 30-year-old secret body burial under what's now becoming a neighborhood nature trail. Here this week, outlets like Deadline confirm the role, calling it a homecoming for McKid after two decades in Los Angeles. The plot digs into Alex's perfect suburban life, unraveling as construction crews near his buried past, forcing him to fight to keep it hidden. At 52, he's hyped about the complex character, saying it's exciting to dive into after Grey's shaped him creatively and personally. Fans got hit hard by the news last month, especially since McKid also directed episodes and shouted out showrunner, Shonda Rhymes. He's grateful for the ride, but ready for fresh stories.

1:00Grazes in a loan though, Ellen Pompeo stepped back as Meredith Grey after 19 years, still popping in occasionally. This exit wave keeps rolling across TV. Superior Ganesh left, the pit, Rocky Carroll got killed off NCIS after 18 years, and Pedro Pascal's Joel bit it on the last of us. Even reality stars like Crystal Stouse from Selling Sunset, and Jenna Lyons from Real Housewives of New York called it quits for mental health, and new chapters. McKid's move signals bigger shifts in the industry, with vets chasing bold roles or balance after grinding long hauls. Keep an eye on how these shows pivot without their anchors. I'm Cory with the story, that's your entertainment and celebrity news today update, AI powered in Always Trending.