Season 11 of Grey's Anatomy saw the departure of a very important & beloved character: Derek Shepherd, played by Patrick Dempsey. Here's why he left.

Patrick Dempsey on His Surprise Grey's Anatomy Return: It Was 'Lovely and Inspiring to Go Back' "It's like riding a bike, we just have a chemistry and a dynamic that's always served us well," said ...

Former "Grey's Anatomy" star Patrick Dempsey says the long-running medical drama has "inspired" so many people to go into the medical profession.

-- Patrick Dempsey is still thinking about his loyal “Grey’s Anatomy” fans even though his much-loved character on it, Dr. Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd, is long gone.

Patrick Dempsey starred in 'Grey's Anatomy' for 15 seasons. Here's what the actor said about the level of fame that came with his role.

Patrick Dempsey is best known for his portrayal of Derek “McDreamy” Shepherd — the neurosurgeon with the perfect head of hair — on Grey’s Anatomy. Dempsey played real American teen Sonny ...

Patrick Dempsey may still be best known as McDreamy, a.k.a. Dr. Derek Shepherd, as the original leading man on Grey's Anatomy. There’s a reason he got that nickname, and it has stuck with him ...

Patrick Dempsey has traded his wavy salt-and-pepper hair for a "fresh" new buzzcut — and the actor pulled off the look all by himself. The former "Grey's Anatomy" star, 56, shaved off his locks ...

Patrick Dempsey earned himself a legion of fans during his role as Dr. Derek 'McDreamy' Shepherd on Grey's Anatomy. Apart from his good looks, Patrick's luscious dark curly hair was also a major ...

Patrick Dempsey shares his sweet thoughts on how Grey's Anatomy has impacted his career and his fans, and he brought up Sexiest Man Alive.