Jessica Capshaw Returns to Grey's Anatomy for 20th Season, Marking a Significant Moment in Representation

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Capshaw played the beloved pediatric surgeon for nearly a decade before her departure in 2018, and will make a guest appearance in one episode of the milestone season.
Jessica Capshaw is set to return as Dr. Arizona Robbins in the upcoming 20th season of Grey's Anatomy on ABC.
Jessica Capshaw Returns to Grey's Anatomy for 20th Season, Marking a Significant Moment in Representation

In a surprising turn of events, Jessica Capshaw is set to return as Dr. Arizona Robbins in the upcoming 20th season of Grey's Anatomy on ABC.

Capshaw, who played the beloved pediatric surgeon for nearly a decade before her departure in 2018, will make a guest appearance in one episode of the milestone season.

Alongside Capshaw, Alex Landi is also set to return as Dr. Nico Kim. Newcomers Natalie Morales and Freddy Miyares will also join the cast as guest stars.

Morales will play Monica Beltran, a pediatric surgeon whose pragmatism and level-headedness have made her one of the best in her field. Meanwhile, Miyares will play Dorian, an intelligent, warm and likable patient who is involved in a serious accident and is struggling with his future.

Capshaw's return to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital marks a significant moment for fans of the show, as Arizona was one of the first lesbian characters on network television in leading roles. Alongside Sara Ramirez's Callie Torres, Arizona was part of the supercouple 'Calzona', and her impact on representation is undeniable.

Grey's Anatomy Season 20 will premiere on March 14.



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  • Unique Points
    • Jessica Capshaw is returning to Grey's Anatomy as Arizona Robbins in Season 20.
    • Alex Landi will also return to the show as a guest star.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (50%)
    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Jessica Capshaw was let go from Grey's Anatomy before Season 15 but this is not true. She left after Season 14 and returned for a guest appearance in Season 20.
    • The article states that Jessica Capshaw was let go from Grey's Anatomy before season 15, which is false.
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that ABC announced the return of Jessica Capshaw and Alex Landi as guest stars on Grey's Anatomy Season 20 without providing any evidence or sources for this information.
    • Bias (85%)
      The article contains a statement that implies the author has an ideological bias. The sentence 'She was one of the first members of the LGBTQ community to be represented in a series regular role on network television.
      • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
        None Found At Time Of Publication
      • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
        The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Grey's Anatomy as they are reporting on Jessica Capshaw returning to the show. The article does not disclose any other conflicts of interest.

        82%

        • Unique Points
          • Jessica Capshaw is returning as a guest star to reprise her role as Dr. Arizona Robbins in Grey's Anatomy season 20.
          • Alex Landi is also returning to the show, playing Dr. Nico Kim.
        • Accuracy
          • Jessica Capshaw is returning to Grey's Anatomy as Arizona Robbins in Season 20.
          • Alex Landi will also return to the show as a guest star.
        • Deception (50%)
          The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that Jessica Capshaw's character Dr. Arizona Robbins was last seen in season 14 when she moved to New York City with her ex-wife and daughter Sofia. However, this is not entirely accurate as the character had previously appeared on Grey's Anatomy during seasons 15 and 16 before moving away permanently.
          • The article states that Dr. Arizona Robbins was last seen in season 14 when she moved to New York City with her ex-wife and daughter Sofia. However, this is not entirely accurate as the character had previously appeared on Grey's Anatomy during seasons 15 and 16 before moving away permanently.
        • Fallacies (85%)
          The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by quoting Shonda Rhimes' statement about the importance of Arizona Robbins and April Kepner as iconic characters for both the LGBTQ+ and devout Christian communities. This is a form of halo effect, where positive attributes are attributed to other unrelated qualities or characteristics. Additionally, there is an example of inflammatory rhetoric in Shonda Rhimes' statement about Arizona Robbins being
          • Bias (85%)
            The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes one side as extreme or unreasonable.
            • > Jessica Capshaw is returning as a guest star to reprise her role as the beloved pediatric surgeon Dr. Arizona Robbins.
            • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
              None Found At Time Of Publication
            • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
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            61%

            • Unique Points
              • Jessica Capshaw is returning to Grey Sloan in the upcoming 20th season of ABC's Grey's Anatomy.
              • Alex Landi returns as Dr. Nico Kim and Natalie Morales and Freddy Miyares are guest stars in the milestone season of the Shonda Rhimes-produced medical drama.
            • Accuracy
              • Jessica Capshaw is returning to Grey's Anatomy as Arizona Robbins in Season 20.
              • Alex Landi will also return to the show as a guest star.
            • Deception (30%)
              The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that Jessica Capshaw and Alex Landi will return to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital as guest stars for Season 20 of the show. However, this information is not accurate as both actors have already been confirmed to be part of the main cast for Season 21.
              • Jessica Capshaw and Alex Landi will return to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital soon.
            • Fallacies (70%)
              The article contains several informal fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that Natalie Morales and Freddy Miyares are joining Grey's Anatomy without providing any evidence or context for their roles on the show. Additionally, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing Alex Landi's relationship with Dr. Levi Schmitt as an 'on-again off-again'. The article also contains a dichotomous depiction of Natalie Morales by stating that her pragmatism and level-headedness are admirable but her willingness to push boundaries can be aggravating.
              • Natalie Morales is joining Grey's Anatomy without providing any evidence or context for her role on the show.
              • The author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing Alex Landi's relationship with Dr. Levi Schmitt as an 'on-again off-again'.
              • The article also contains a dichotomous depiction of Natalie Morales by stating that her pragmatism and level-headedness are admirable but her willingness to push boundaries can be aggravating.
            • Bias (75%)
              The article has a moderate amount of bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes the characters by referring to them as 'familiar faces' and 'guest stars'. This implies that they are not permanent members of the cast or do not have significant roles in the show. Additionally, there is no mention of any political, religious, ideological or monetary bias.
              • Alex Landi will return as Dr. Nico Kim
                • Jessica Capshaw is set to guest star in Season 20 of Grey's Anatomy
                • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                  None Found At Time Of Publication
                • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                  The author has conflicts of interest on the topics Grey's Anatomy and Jessica Capshaw. The article does not disclose any other potential conflicts.

                  68%

                  • Unique Points
                    • Jessica Capshaw will return to Grey's Anatomy for season 20 as Dr. Arizona Robbins.
                    • Alex Landi will also return to the show in a guest starring role.
                  • Accuracy
                    • Jessica Capshaw is returning to Grey's Anatomy as Arizona Robbins in Season 20.
                  • Deception (30%)
                    The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the author claims that Jessica Capshaw will make her triumphant return to Grey's Anatomy for season 20 when she has actually been a recurring character on the show since season 15. Secondly, the author states that Alex Landi will be returning to Grey's Anatomy after last appearing in season 18 but he was not listed as a regular cast member for any of those seasons.
                    • Jessica Capshaw has been a recurring character on Grey's Anatomy since season 15, not making her triumphant return to the show.
                  • Fallacies (85%)
                    The article contains several fallacies. The author uses an appeal to authority by stating that the show will welcome back Alex Landi and Natalie Morales without providing any context or information about their characters or why they were previously on the show.
                    • Bias (85%)
                      The article contains a statement that implies the author has an ideological bias. The sentence 'In addition to the return of Capshaw's character, the show will welcome back Alex Landi,
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                          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
                            None Found At Time Of Publication
                          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
                            The author has a conflict of interest on the topic of Arizona Robbins as she is returning to Grey's Anatomy for season 20. The article does not disclose any other conflicts of interest.

                            72%

                            • Unique Points
                              • Jessica Capshaw is returning to Grey Sloan in the upcoming 20th season of ABC's Grey's Anatomy.
                              • Alex Landi returns as Dr. Nico Kim and Natalie Morales and Freddy Miyares are guest stars in the milestone season of the Shonda Rhimes-produced medical drama.
                            • Accuracy
                              No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
                            • Deception (50%)
                              The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that Jessica Capshaw exited Grey's Anatomy at the end of its 14th season when Arizona moved from Seattle to New York so her daughter could be with her other mother Callie (former series regular Sara Ramirez). However, this is not entirely accurate as there were no mentions in any official press releases or interviews that Jessica Capshaw was leaving Grey's Anatomy due to the move. Secondly, it states that both Capshaw and Sarah Drew attempted to negotiate a higher payday together but producers said their departures were creative decisions. However, this is not entirely accurate as there are no official records or interviews stating that they tried to negotiate for a higher salary together.
                              • The article states that both Capshaw and Sarah Drew attempted to negotiate a higher payday together but producers said their departures were creative decisions. However, this is not entirely accurate as there are no official records or interviews stating that they tried to negotiate for a higher salary together.
                              • The article states that Jessica Capshaw exited Grey's Anatomy at the end of its 14th season when Arizona moved from Seattle to New York so her daughter could be with her other mother Callie (former series regular Sara Ramirez). However, this is not entirely accurate as there were no mentions in any official press releases or interviews that Jessica Capshaw was leaving Grey's Anatomy due to the move.
                            • Fallacies (85%)
                              The article contains several fallacies. Firstly, the author uses an appeal to authority by stating that producers said their departures were creative decisions without providing any evidence or context for this claim. Secondly, the author commits a false dilemma by presenting only two options for Capshaw's exit from Grey's Anatomy - either it was a creative decision or she attempted to negotiate a higher payday together with Sarah Drew. This oversimplifies the situation and ignores other possible reasons for her departure. Thirdly, the author uses inflammatory rhetoric by describing Capshaw's exit as
                              • Bias (85%)
                                The article contains examples of religious bias and monetary bias. The author uses language that depicts one side as extreme or unreasonable.
                                • > Logo text <br> Jessica Capshaw is checking back into Grey Sloan.<br><br>Capshaw exited Grey's in 2018, at the end of its 14th season when Arizona moved from Seattle to New York so her daughter, Sofia, could be in the same city with her other mother.
                                  • The actress was written out alongside Sarah Drew (April). Both actresses have since returned to Grey's as the series has made it a point to provide closures for some of its most beloved characters. At the time of their exits, producers said their departures were creative decisions, though sources maintained both Capshaw and Drew attempted to negotiate a higher payday together.
                                  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                    Lesley Goldberg has a financial tie to Shonda Rhimes as she is the executive producer of Grey's Anatomy. This could potentially influence her coverage of the show and its cast members.
                                    • Author Conflicts Of Interest (50%)
                                      Lesley Goldberg has a conflict of interest on the topics of Jessica Capshaw and Alex Landi as she is reporting on their return to Grey's Anatomy. She also has a conflict of interest on the topic of Shonda Rhimes-produced medical drama.