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James Pickens Jr. Reflects on the Impact of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’

James Pickens Jr. has starred as Doctor Richard Webber on ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy since its premiere in 2005. The popular medical drama returns for its 22nd season on Thursday, October 9, at 10 PM ET. The actor spoke with The Nerds of Color during the 2025 Disney Upfront red carpet about his character’s evolution, how the medical drama has been shared from generation to generation, and more.

Sean Kaufman Reflects on the Final Season of ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’

Sean Kaufman portrays Steven in The Summer I Turned Pretty, based on the book series by Jenny Han. New episodes of the third and final season premiere weekly, every Wednesday on Prime Video. I caught up with the actor to discuss why the accident was such an important wake-up call for his character, Steven’s different relationships, all of the drama from episode seven, and more.

Jason George Discusses the ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Season 21 Finale and His Activism

Jason George plays Ben Warren on ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy. The series, which is TV’s longest-running primetime medical drama, has already been renewed for season 22. I spoke with the actor over Zoom to talk about the dramatic season 21 finale cliffhanger, how his time on Station 19 has changed his character, his advice for anyone who wants to make a difference, mentoring future artists, and more.

Reflecting on ‘9-1-1’ with Star Oliver Stark on the Disney Upfront Red Carpet

Oliver Stark plays firefighter Evan “Buck” Buckley on 9-1-1. All episodes of the eighth season are now streaming on Hulu. The drama series will return for a ninth season as part of ABC’s fall 2025 primetime schedule, airing Thursdays at 8 PM.

While covering the 2025 Disney Upfront red carpet, I spoke with the actor about Buck and Eddie’s bond, which previous storyline he would be interested in revisiting, how the sets help him get into character, and more.

Tati Gabrielle Breaks Down Her Crucial and Powerful ‘You’ Season 5 Return

Tati Gabrielle is giving Marienne Bellamy the happy ending and closure she deserves in the fifth and final season of You. All episodes of the series are streaming on Netflix, and this conversation will contain spoilers.

I caught up with the actress over Zoom to talk about the impact of her character’s words, what she hopes women who watch the show take away from it, why it was important for Marienne to return one last time, the beauty of her ending, and more.
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