except: A drastic change at the helm of ABC’s top drama franchise is coming: Krista Vernoff He will be stepping down as executive producer and showrunner of Shondaland’s instinct anatomy and spinoff Station 19 At the end of this season – instinct anatomyxix f Station 19VI.
“It was the privilege of a lifetime to be entrusted with running instinct anatomy Over the past six years and Station 19 Vernoff said in a statement to Deadline. “The passion of dedicated audiences and the impact these shows have on hearts and minds cannot be overstated. The amount of talent in these two exceptional actors and two rooms of remarkable writers is immeasurable – and these two teams work magic week after week.”
After working on the first seven seasons of instinct anatomyAfter being promoted to head writer and executive producer, Vernoff returned to medical dramas as executive producer and showrunner at the start of the 14th season in 2017 and has led the show’s recent revival.
since add Station 19 For her 2019 remit, Vernoff has cemented the ties of the two series, building an integrated universe highlighted by frequent crossovers. In the first season after Vernov takes over station 19, The drama improved its annual ratings by double digits, an almost impossible task amid a steady decline in linear viewership.
Krista Vernoff poured her heart and soul into it instinct anatomy And Station 19Her voice has been pivotal to the success of these beloved series,” said Craig Erwich, President of ABC Entertainment, Hulu & Disney Branded Television Streaming Originals. “It takes a formidable lead to run two shows simultaneously and Krista has done it effortlessly. Her creative power has left an indelible mark and thanks to her, our viewers will continue to invest in these dynamic and cherished characters for many years to come.”
After creator, executive producer, and original showrunner Shonda Rhimes, who remains a creative force on the wildly popular series, Vernoff was arguably the most influential writer and producer on the series. instinct anatomy For 19 seasons so far. She was behind the idea of Dream Beach during the Covid-themed 17th season, which brought back many beloved ones ashen The characters, led by Patrick Dempsey, Derek, and restored the series to the center of the cultural zeitgeist.
Krista’s creativity, vision and dedicated leadership made it possible instinct anatomy And Station 19 Remus said. “I am incredibly grateful to her for all her hard work. She will always be a part of the Shondaland family.”
Vernoff has also acknowledged her mentor and the companies behind the series. “I will be forever grateful to Shonda Rhimes for her confidence and to Disney and ABC for their support,” she said.
The writer and producer was subject to a package deal at the ashen And Station 19 ABC Signature Studio since she moved back in ashen Five and a half years ago and will continue development through her company Trip the Light Productions, with several projects already in the works, including one on Hulu, I hear.
succession plan for instinct anatomy And Station 19 Still in the works, deals are currently being worked out based on the offers being renewed for next season, which is a safe bet based on their performance.
I hear instinct anatomy Veteran Meg Marines, who has been on the show since the beginning, rising from researcher all the way to executive producer, is expected to succeed Vernoff in the medical drama’s spin-off.
Colleague instinct anatomy Executive producer Zone Clack, MD, MPH, who added executive producer and head writer duties on the spin-off Station 19 Under Vernoff, he will become a co-showrunner of the drama First Responders, sources said. I heard she will co-star sponsored And Good problem Co-creator Peter Paige, co-showrunner of the parent series and showrunner of the spinoff game, who did a stint on Station 19 as a consulting producer.
This will be the second upgrade in six months for Clack. she join Station 19 mid august A revolution in the series writers’ room After an incident involving a racial slur used by a racist character in an outline draft revealed long-running racial issues in the show. At that time, Clack also remained an executive producer on ashen.
This is the second largest instinct anatomy Departure of this season’s star/executive producer Ellen Pompeo farewell As a full-time cast member in the February 23rd season premiere episode, “I’ll Follow the Sun,” which was written by Vernoff. Pompeo will return for the season 19 finale, which will also feature Vernoff’s finale ashen The episode – at least for now, as the showrunner isn’t ruling out a second comeback.
“The last time you left instinctive Anatomy, I went on for seven seasons and the show was still going when Shonda called me to play it.” “So I don’t say goodbye because that would be very bitter. I say, “See you in seven seasons.”
Rosie Cordero contributed to this report.