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By Karu F. Daniels, AOL Black Voices
Isaiah Washington may have gotten fired from 'Grey's Anatomy' -- after the homophobic slur controversy last spring -- but the woman who played his mother is returning for the new season.
The BV Newswire has learned that Diahann Carroll will reprise her role as Jane Burke on the season premiere of the ABC hit drama, airing Oct. 4 (9:00 p.m. ET).
Titled 'Love/Addiction,' Mama Burke returns to collect her son Dr. Preston Burke's belongings just as Cristina (played by Sandra Oh) trades her wedding presents in exchange for surgeries.
To refresh viewer's memories, Christina gagged when Preston left her at the alter during last season's big wedding finale.
And in her natural style, Carroll will show up on the Shonda Rhimes-created series to show out.
Can't wait.
An added bonus: 'Roots' star Ben Vereen will Join the 'Julia' and 'Dynasty' legend as a guest on the show.
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By: Gwynne on 9/28/2007 4:20AM
I also am very disappointed that Isiah Washington is not present in the show this Season. He was a distinct counter-balance to the dizzy/schizoid female characters and the female and male leads with nothing more to offer than unquenchable libidos.
Shonda and Betsy, everyone has the right to an opinion in this country. However inappropriate, we are allowed voice! Don't get me wrong...I am incensed over the statements and do feel there should have been some punishment, but dismissal to me was rather extreme. I'd rather have seen him sincerely come to the realization that he can face his homophobia and co-exist with people who share a different discipline than he does. This would have been a more advantageous light to shine on this issue. Do you think that by dismissing him that you garnered more viewers? I think not. You might have lost quite a few.
We know that you, as Executive Producers, have the ability to re-think your decision and bring him back later on in the Season. At least, that is my hope!
And, in case you'd like an additional writer for the show, I can spin a good yarn! :)
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By: Lainey on 9/28/2007 8:32PM
Ms. Rhimes, will you please do the honors and bring back Dr. Preston Burke (Isaiah Washington). We miss him already. Thank You Much!!!!
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By: Faith on 10/01/2007 1:31PM
Oh well, I refuse to watch the show until Isaiah is brought back.
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