Several actors have left9-1-1, the hitshow by Ryan Murphy, but their time on the series has had a lasting impact.9-1-1has been praised for its ability to increase the stakes of a standard police procedural by mixing all first responders together in an intense drama. As a result, each episode features a mix of firefighters, police officers, and dispatchers in a charming and memorable cast.
The large number of recurring characters makes it easy for actors to slip in and out of seasons, since the characters' jobs can be so hectic. However, there are a few9-1-1castmembers who have left the franchise for good.Certain characters had heartbreaking departures, but others left the show on good terms with the possibility to return. With the arrival of9-1-1season 8, there are worries that there may be new character exits in coming seasons, which has served as a reminder for all the actors that have left the series so far.
Last Appearance
Season 6, Episode 17
Megan West played Tayor Kelly, a career-driven field reporter, in9-1-1for five seasons. Taylor is first introduced to the 118 crew when her helicopter crashes and the team goes to save her and the pilot. She continues her reports at the 118 station, which leads to her becoming closer to the crew members, especially Buck, who is played by Oliver Stark. Over the course of several seasons,Buck and Taylor share a slow romance and end up making it official in season 5.
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Unfortunately, the happy couple break up in the season 5 finale, which ultimately leads to West’s departure from the series.Taylor consistently felt a need to place the pursuit of the truth and her careerabove her personal relationships. This causes an argument between her and Buck and the two ultimately decide it would be best to end the relationship. Luckily, the two characters end on good terms, which did leave the possibility open for Taylor’s return.
Since appearing on9-1-1, West has also appeared in the movieBoy Makes Girl. She has also landed a recurring role as Cecilia Abbott in the showOuter Range.
While it would be interesting to see Taylor appear on9-1-1again as an independent character who seeks out intriguing news stories,her time on the show was limited because she was tied to Buck. Her main role on the show was to be a part of Buck’s emotional arc. Although West’s portrayal of Taylor was an excellent performance, it is best to leave Taylor in the past.
Season 5, Episode 11
Marcanthonee Jon Reis played Micheal and Athena’s son, Harry Grant, for five seasons.Harry is a lovable characterwho has faced a lot of difficulty from a young age. Throughout the series, he is put through a kidnapping, a heavy accusation, and a lot of family conflict. As a young boy navigating the world and his emotions, Harry has particularly struggled with maintaining a healthy relationship with his mother, Athena. Fortunately, their relationship has improved over time.
Since appearing on9-1-1, Reis has also appeared in the movieA Tale Of Two Coreys.
Reis ended up leaving the show at the end of season 5 due to his character’s age. Harry is now played by Elijah M. Cooper. Even though Reis has left9-1-1,it is possible that he could reappear in a flashback scenewith any of Harry’s family members. This is especially likely since May and Michael have also left the show, which could encourage Athena to look back at when the four of them were all together when Harry was young.
Season 6, Episode 11
Albert Han, played by John Harlan Kim, was a series regular for four seasons on9-1-1and will be sorely missed. Albert is a former firefighter on the show and is also the younger half-brother of Howard “Chimney” Han, played by Kenneth Choi. WhileAlbert did not have an official exit, in a private conversation with his brother, he revealed that he quit firefighting to pursue his other interests. While filling out a career aptitude test, Albert’s score revealed a high interest in the arts and humanities. His sudden exit means that his character’s likability and chemistry are highly missed.
Since leaving9-1-1, Kim has also appeared inThe Last Thing He Told MeandWhite Feveras recurring characters.
There has been no official reason to explain Kim’s departure from the series. It is more likely thatthe character’s arc just ended.9-1-1’s Chimneyand Albert had a much-needed heart-to-heart about family, in addition to Albert realizing that firefighting was not the right career for him. Kim’s character received a pleasant sense of closure as he started to explore careers outside of firefighting.
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Despite Kim’s unofficial departure from9-1-1,his return is still possible given the prominence of his on-screen brother, Chimney. Chimney and his wife, Maddie Han, are major characters on9-1-1and seeing as the show highlights personal and familial relationships alongside the intense cases that first responders deal with on a daily basis, it is likely that Kim will return as Albert through his connection to Chimney.
Season 5, Episode 8
Rockmond Dunbar’s Michael Grant is one of the most memorable9-1-1characters, which made his exit so much harder to accept. Michael is Athena’s ex-husband and May and Harry Grant’s father. A large part of Michael’s emotional arc surrounds navigating his romantic relationships following his marriage to Athena. In season 3, Michael is diagnosed with a brain tumor. Fortunately, with chemotherapy and medical treatment, the tumor shrinks, which encourages Michael to take larger risks in life.Michael leaves9-1-1in season 5 after announcing he is moving with his fiancé, David, to help with humanitarian work in Haiti.
Since appearing on9-1-1, Dunbar has appeared in several projects, including the notable movie,The Waterboyz,where he played Mayor Thomas.
Dunbar left the show due to contract disputesfollowing the Coronavirus pandemic. Technically, the nature of Michael’s exit makes it possible for the character to reappear in a cameo capacity. Michael could even feature in an episode that features May or Harry’s graduations. However, given the professional disputes between the show and Dunbar, Dunbar’s return as Michael is unlikely.
Season 7, Episode 10
Corinne Massiah plays May Grant, Harry’s older sister who starts working at a 9-1-1 call center shortly after graduating from high school. May is a hardworking student who faced a lot of struggles during her school years due to bullying.She becomes a main cast member through her role in the Grant familyand eventually decides to go to college in season 7, which leads to her departure from the series.
Since appearing on9-1-1, Massiah has also appeared inBad Hairas young Linda.
Similar to Albert,May does not have an official exit. In season 7, she reveals that her deferral period for school has almost expired and that she must attend or lose her spot. As a result, she quits her job at the dispatch center. However, she is still an important character to the Grant family and her brief appearances in9-1-1season 7have shown that she will likely make minor reappearances as she comes home from college. Still, the absence of her charming demeanor was noticeable when her role on9-1-1was reduced to guest appearances.
…her brief appearances in9-1-1season 7 have shown that she will likely make minor reappearances as she comes home from college.
Other than the character’s pursuit of education, no other reason has been given for Massiah’s departure from the show. It is fair to say that she left the show so that her character could grow behind the scenes. However, given the gravity of Massiah’s character and the heartwarming interactions she has with Angela Basset, who plays Massiah’s mom on screen,there is a lot of hope that she will return to the main castsoon.
Season 3, Episode 18
Connie Britton played Abby Clark for just three seasons, but she stands out as a memorable9-1-1cast member. Abby is a 9-1-1 dispatcher who is introduced to the main cast of the show through her work. She first meets Buck over the phone and the two quickly develop a friendship.Her relationship with Buck in season 1 cemented the pair as one of the best9-1-1couplesdue to their chemistry and emotional arc.
Although it could be expected thatConnie Britton left9-1-1because her character’s story ended,Britton actually left the show because she only signed on to appear for one year. Her departure also fits with her character’s storyline because Abby ended up moving to Ireland following her mother’s death. As a result, her relationship with Buck had to come to an end. Having Britton return as a main cast member would disrupt the closure that Abby received.
While Britton’s Abby Clark is listed as a9-1-1character for three seasons, she was only a major character for seasons 1 and 2. In season 3, she just had brief guest appearances.
Britton had appeared in Ryan Murphy’sAmerican Horror Storyprior to appearing on9-1-1, where she played Vivien Harmon. She has had a successful career before and after appearing in the police drama and has appeared in several shows after her time playing Abby. Most notably,she appeared in the hit seriesThe White Lotus,where she played Nicole Mossbacher. Besides television series, she has also appeared in the moviesHere AfterandWinner.
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9-1-1 is a television series that explores the intense experiences of police officers, paramedics, and firefighters. Premiered in 2018, it follows these emergency responders as they navigate high-pressure situations and attempt to balance their demanding work with personal challenges in their own lives.
