Will Dr. Penny Blake Return To Grey's Anatomy? Here's What We Know

Hey there, Grey's Anatomy fans! Ever since Season 13 kicked off, there's been one burning question on everyone's mind: Is Dr. Penny Blake coming back to the show? Let's dive into the details and find out what's been going on with this beloved character.

Dr. Penny Blake's Journey on Grey's Anatomy

Dr. Penny Blake, the character portrayed by the talented Samantha Sloyan, first graced our screens during the eleventh season of the hit medical drama. Now, if you're a die-hard fan, you'll remember that she's the doctor who, unintentionally, was responsible for the tragic death of Dr. Derek Shepherd, played by Patrick Dempsey, after his devastating car accident. It was a moment that left fans heartbroken and questioning everything about the show's direction.

A Return to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital

Fast forward to Season 12, and much to the surprise of Dr. Meredith Grey, played by the iconic Ellen Pompeo, Dr. Blake made a triumphant return to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Not only did she resume her duties as a doctor, but she also became romantically involved with Dr. Callie Torres, portrayed by Sara Ramirez. However, Sara's character left the show abruptly in May 2016 after a decade-long run. Could her sudden departure have influenced Samantha's time on the series? It's a possibility worth considering.

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Samantha as Dr. Blake on Grey’s Anatomy.

The Future of Dr. Penny Blake

Unfortunately, according to TV Line, Dr. Blake's time on the show was limited to just a 20-episode run. It's currently unclear whether she'll be returning to Grey's Anatomy anytime soon. If she doesn't come back, she'll join a long list of characters who didn't make it far on the series, such as Dr. Ryan Spalding, Dr. Charles Percy, and Nurse Tyler. But hey, there's always hope, right?

Just when it seemed like Dr. Blake had won over Meredith's trust after the whole Derek incident, Shonda Rhimes, the mastermind behind Grey's Anatomy, threw another curveball. In a shocking twist, Dr. Blake and Callie decided to move across the country with Callie's ex, Dr. Arizona Robbins, played by Jessica Capshaw, and their young daughter, Sofia.

Samantha and Sara as Dr. Blake and Dr. Torres on Grey’s Anatomy.

Hope for Future Appearances

While there's no guarantee that Dr. Penny Blake—or even Callie—won't make a cameo appearance in the future, there's always the possibility of them visiting Seattle with Dr. Arizona Robbins and Sofia. Fans would be heartbroken if we never got to see Arizona and Sofia again, wouldn't we? Let's keep our fingers crossed!

Since her time on Grey's Anatomy, Samantha Sloyan has continued to build her acting career. She's appeared in projects like Cat Killer and Maggie. Before her role on Grey's, she also had a stint on another one of Shonda Rhimes' hits, Scandal.

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Here's hoping that we get to see more of Dr. Penny Blake in the future. The world of Grey's Anatomy is always full of surprises, so who knows what twists and turns are in store for us!

Click through the gallery below to see the cast of Grey’s Anatomy then and now!