How long has Chandra Wilson been on Grey's Anatomy?

Chandra Wilson has been a series regular on Grey's Anatomy since the show's premiere in 2005, making her one of only two actors to have that distinction.

What did Shonda Rhimes do to support Chandra Wilson when she got pregnant?

When Chandra Wilson became pregnant with her third child during the first season of Grey's Anatomy, Shonda Rhimes, the show's creator, allowed her to continue in her role, making Wilson's son the medical drama's first "show baby."

How many babies have been born to the Grey's Anatomy cast over the years?

Since Chandra Wilson's son, the Grey's Anatomy cast has welcomed at least 36 babies born to various cast members, as Shonda Rhimes is known for being incredibly supportive of her pregnant actresses.

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Grey's Anatomy Celebrates 22 Seasons with Veteran Actors

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Chandra Wilson and James Pickens Jr. have been series regulars since the show's premiere in 2005
Chandra Wilson thought she'd lose her role after getting pregnant in the first season
Shonda Rhimes known for supporting pregnant actresses on her shows

Grey's Anatomy Celebrates 22 Seasons with Veteran Actors

As of October 2025, the hit medical drama Grey's Anatomy has been on the air for 22 years. While the show's lead actress, Ellen Pompeo, has reduced her on-screen presence in recent years, two actors have remained series regulars since the show's premiere in 2005: Chandra Wilson and James Pickens Jr.

Chandra Wilson, who plays the role of Miranda Bailey, has been a constant presence on the show, known for her memorable "I have five rules" speech in the very first episode. However, Wilson revealed that after her first season, she thought her time on the show was over when she became pregnant with her third child. Surprisingly, Shonda Rhimes, the show's creator, allowed Wilson to continue in her role, making her son the medical drama's first "show baby." Since then, the series has welcomed at least 36 babies born to various cast members, as Rhimes has gained a reputation for being incredibly supportive of her pregnant actresses.