Katherine Heigl and Jeffrey Dean Morgan Reflect on Controversial 'Grey's Anatomy' Ghost Sex Plot

During Shondaland's 20th anniversary, the actors criticized the storyline as awkward and misaligned with the show's tone, reigniting conversations about its legacy.

• Katherine Heigl and Jeffrey Dean Morgan revisited the 'ghost sex' storyline from 'Grey's Anatomy' during a 20th anniversary interview, calling it confusing and awkward to film.
• The storyline, which aired in Season 5, involved Izzie hallucinating her deceased partner Denny due to a brain tumor, adding a tragic explanation to the supernatural arc.
• Heigl described the scenes as embarrassing and unsuitable for viewing with her children, highlighting her discomfort with the concept at the time.
• Both actors noted that the storyline was polarizing among viewers, with many struggling to reconcile its supernatural elements with the show's medical drama framework.
• The reflection on this plot is part of a broader examination of 'Grey's Anatomy's' legacy, as the series celebrates two decades of cultural impact and creative risks.

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