It's been an eternity—a veritable sea of minutes, to be precise—since Grey's Anatomy veteran Kali Rocha last slipped into the scrubs of Dr. Sydney Heron. But rejoice, fans! TVLine has the exclusive news that the ever-cheerful actress is poised to make a triumphant return, gracing three episodes of the beloved ABC medical drama as it embarks on its milestone 21st season this autumn.
Recall Sydney, that bubbly fourth-year resident who stepped into Bailey's shoes, mentoring interns during her maternity leave in the show's sophomore year. Rocha's recurring role captivated audiences for two seasons thereafter, even sparking a romantic spark with none other than McDreamy himself, albeit fleetingly. (Hint: It wasn't a match made in heaven.)
Her comeback, initially teased by our esteemed sibling site Deadline, couldn't have come at a more pivotal juncture for the series. As Season 21 prepares to premiere on Thursday, September 26th, at 10/9c, it ushers in a wave of change. Farewells to Jake Borelli's Levi and Midori Francis' Mika, a warm welcome to Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist star Michael Thomas Grant as Grey Sloan's new, charismatic gay chaplain James, and a heightened spotlight on Ellen Pompeo's Meredith and Scott Speedman's Nick promise an unforgettable ride. Rocha's return only adds to the anticipation, ensuring that this season will be etched in our hearts as one of Grey's Anatomy's finest hours.
