31. Sandra Oh originally auditioned for the role of Miranda Bailey

Before she got the part of Christina Yang, Sandra actually auditioned to be Miranda Bailey!

Can you imagine?

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The casting directors were even interested in her taking on the role after her successful audition.

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Still, Sandra’s heart wasn’t in it and she asked to audition for the part of Christina:

In ABC and Cadillac’s Beyond the Screen series she revealed how she pushed for the role:

‘So I’m gonna say what I really, really want — which is, I wanna audition for the part of Cristina Yang. And then they called and they said, you got the part.’

32. Taylor Swift is a big fan of the show

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Did you know that pop star sensation Taylor Swift is such a fan of the show that she named her cat after the main character?

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Taylor decided to name her cat Meredith, a testament to her love of the show!

33. Shonda Rhimes has a diverse casting rule

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In a masterclass, Shonda revealed her casting secret:

‘Take half the characters that you made men, and make them women. Take one character you were gonna cast one colour, cast them differently.’

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Introducing Molly Atherton, a Scouser with a passion for storytelling and a degree in music journalism. As a dynamic writer at Daily Feed's UK entertainment section, Molly's keen eye for detail and knack for narrative captivates readers. Trusted for her fresh perspectives and exclusive insights, Molly brings the latest in entertainment to life for audiences worldwide.

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