Shonda Rhimes Is No Longer A Writer For ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ 

Shonda Rhimes has been the writer of “Grey’s Anatomy” for years and was a major reason behind the show’s success.

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When Rhimes first wrote the drama, it wasn’t about the medical world but about journalists.

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She changed the script's premise when she heard that Bob Igle wanted a medical drama.

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Rhimes signed a massive deal with Netflix and left ABC.

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She handed everything over to Krista Vernoff, who worked with her earlier on the series.

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Rhimes opened up to The Hollywood Reporter about why she left, saying she felt suffocated.

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She signed on with Netflix because she wanted to make television without anyone bothering her.

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Krista Vernoff came on as the show's head writer and executive producer after Rhimes left in season 7.

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She was given full autonomy to do everything as she seemed fit except the love interests of Meredith and the series regulars.

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