Grey’s Anatomyhas been on the air for a stunning 17 seasons.

Over the years,plenty of characters have gonein and out of Seattle Grace and so have their actors.

But one departure leftGrey’s fans scratching their heads.

Brooke Smith

Just a few episodes before, Hahn had been solidifying her relationship with Callie Torres.

Then, suddenly, Erica was out of the show, and it wasn’t because of scheduling conflicts.

“I’m not written out.

Brooke Smith

My final scene is just me heading to my car,” she said.

It didn’t feel like it was her."

According to Shonda Rhimes, the rumors were untrue.

Brooke Smith

Rhimes toldEW, “Brooke Smith was obviously not fired for playing a lesbian…

Being written offGrey’s Anatomycertainly didn’t stunt Smith’s career.

She’s even guest starred on other medical dramas includingThe Good DoctorandChicago Med.