With Isaiah Washington officially gone from 'Grey's Anatomy,' the next logical question is who should replace Dr. Preston Burke on the show?
Shonda Rhimes, executive producer of the hit ABC show, has the power to fill the role as she sees fit. But considering she is an African-American woman and Burke's character was filled by an African-American male, one would hope that another fresh black face will get a shot on the show.
Here is a list of five people who could possibly be a good fit on the show. None of these folks listed haven't officially been considered for the job but that doesn't mean we can't pretend, right?
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Idris Elba:
You Know Him Most As: Russell "Stringer" Bell on the HBO drama 'The Wire.'
Why He Would Be A Good Doctor: Elba is on the verge of becoming a household name after his role in 'Daddy's Little Girls' and his stint on 'The Wire.'
Derek Luke:
You Know Him Most As: Antwone Fisher
Why He Would Be A Good Doctor: Luke busted onto the movie scene after his amazing performance in 'Antwone Fisher' and followed that up four years later with 'Glory Road' and 'Catch A Fire.'
Chiwetel Ejiofor:
You Know Him Most As: Detective Bill Mitchell in 'Inside Man' and Peter from 'Love Actually'
Why He Would Be A Good Doctor: Ejiofor is an award-winning British film and stage actor who has been nominated for two Golden Globes ('Kinky Boots' and 'Tsunami: The Aftermath')
Dulé Hill:
You Know Him Most As: Presidential aide Charlie Young on 'The West Wing' and Gus on 'Psych.'
Why He Would Be A Good Doctor: He proved that he has staying power on a network television show as Hill was a regular on 'The West Wing' for over seven years.
Shemar Moore:
You Know Him Most As: Malcolm Winters on 'The Young and The Restless' and Derek Morgan on 'Criminal Minds.'
Why He Would Be A Good Doctor: Developed a bit of a bad boy image after a DUI arrest in June 2007 and has done a good balance of television and film work.
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By: Iriswu on 3/30/2008 8:45AM
I do need Dr Burke back, he is just so perfact with Christina, and to be honest, this is not person can replace Isaish for Preston Burke, but if It have to be, I totally agree with 'chinadoll'.
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By: BENBEN on 5/27/2008 8:44PM
i stop watching GREY without BURKE
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By: sherry lee on 10/29/2008 7:12AM
Dr BURKE is the soul of the GA,I do need him back.
I would not watch GA without BURKE!!!!!!!!!!!
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By: chinadoll08 on 7/10/2007 6:57PM
Marcus, I was thinking the same thing when they fired Isiah.
But I think you forgot one...Blair Underwood, he would make a perfect Dr. Burke.
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By: Mrs Marjorie ferguson on 7/10/2007 7:58PM
Thursday nights was my down time to see Dr Preston Burke,because I am in Nursins School time is spent wisely and not wasted however I will have more study time because I wont be watching Grey's anymore
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By: Jewel on 7/10/2007 9:12PM
China Doll - I AGREE - Blair Underwood would be purrfect!!
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By: itsallaboutb1 on 7/10/2007 9:19PM
This is going to be a long comment so you may want to grab a bag of chips. I don't think that any of these actors will be the next Dr. Preston Burke. First of all, if my memory serves me correct Shonda Rimes has already discussed this subject. When the whole Isaiah Washington fiasco began earlier this year, the media and everyone was discussing who would replace Washington, before he was even fired or even went to his anger rehab thing. The name that I remember people saying Shonda was considering was former ER star and everybody's favorite Soul Glo bad boy from, Coming to America, Erik LaSalle. I also remember Shonda saying something on the lines of saying just because a character is black, you just can't replace the person with another black actor like that. I personally believe that the character of Dr. Burke is just gone, but a new character who happens to be black will be brought in. Secondly, although these are fine actors, Marcus; if Shonda is going to continue the character of Dr. Burke, I have some reservations about your choices. First Dule Hill and Derek Luke would be to young to play Dr. Burke. Even though I'm sure that the ladies could easily come up with some sort of nick name for Shemar like Dr. McCarmel or McSexy or something, he is too well known. To me she likes either the forgot actor, like Patrick Dempsey, or the not as well known actors like Chandra Wilson or Ellen Pompeo, for her lead characters. Maybe Idris Elba or Chiwetel Ejiofo, but I seriously doubt it.
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By: BETTYEJ on 7/11/2007 5:43AM
Since he was one of the best actors on the show, he can't be replaced! When I started watching this show, it was one of the best all around except for those stupid interns and all the Mc Dreary bs. Now it is another sex opera and I hope that I. Washington find a show that can use his gifted talent.
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By: luauna on 7/11/2007 10:53AM
Since blacks are interchangeable, can we replace you? We all do look alike you know.
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By: Serene on 7/11/2007 2:26PM
Shonda already talked about this. Preston Burke, the character, will not be replaced. He is gone for good. She also said she had no intention of bringing in a new doctor anytime soon but rather furthering the characters of the new interns. Ausiello reported this a while ago...
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