These Shocking Meredith Grey Moments Made Fans Totally Lose Respect for Her!

Throughout its 21-season span, it’s embraced a diverse array of subtly complex characters, yet Meredith Grey stands as the core figure in this fictional realm. Since the pilot episode, viewers have trailed her journey through professional triumphs and tribulations, providing a steadfast focal point when plots become intricate. Despite fewer appearances, Meredith Grey continues to exert significant sway over Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.

However, an interesting aspect of Meredith’s character is that despite being the central figure, her actions aren’t always well-received by fans. Sometimes, she exhibits behavior that can be quite self-centered and flawed, which contributes to a complex portrayal. Over time, this has led many viewers to find Meredith challenging within her own narrative.

Meredith Treated Her Father Very Badly

Season 15, Episode 11, “The Winner Takes It All”

Viewers understand that Meredith’s parents had an unhappy marriage, and many fans criticize her for tolerating Ellis’ actions while mistreating her own father. Despite Thatcher Grey’s repeated efforts to mend their relationship, Meredith consistently rebuffed him. However, it wasn’t until Thatcher was dying in “The Winner Takes It All” that Meredith chose to visit him.

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Joan RaterRob CornMay 1, 20148.2/10

In my perspective as a movie reviewer, it’s rather puzzling that the narrative focuses so much on Meredith’s lingering resentment, especially given Ellis’ infidelity and subsequent family breakdown. One might expect someone like Grey, with her extensive medical background, to be more adept at moving past past traumas. This persistent grudge-holding is a characteristic that many fans find frustrating, despite its potential irrelevance to her current situation.

She Got Derek Blacklisted by the FDA

Season 8, Episode 3, “Take the Lead”

As a movie critic, I found that Meredith Grey was undeniably a pivotal character in the hit series “Grey’s Anatomy,” contributing significantly to its success. However, she was far from an ideal wife, and at times, her actions even threatened her husband Derek’s professional standing – all in an attempt to make a statement. In the film “Take the Lead,” we see that Derek finds himself in hot water when he realizes he’s been blacklisted by the FDA due to Meredith’s interference with his Alzheimer’s research.

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William HarperChandra WilsonSeptember 29, 20118.1/10

Many fans consider this pivotal event as a significant shift in their connection to the storyline, primarily because Derek was compelled to relocate to Washington DC for additional medical opportunities. Consequently, viewers speculate that if Derek hadn’t moved to DC, he might not have been caught up in a severe accident and could still be alive now. While this is somewhat speculative, it does underscore how Meredith’s reckless behavior seems to attract unfavorable outcomes or bad luck.

She Lied to a Caseworker and Kidnapped Zola

Season 8, Episode 2, “She’s Gone”

It’s worth mentioning that Meredith is an excellent mother who generally avoids causing harm to her children. However, in the episode “She’s Gone,” viewers suspect that she temporarily lost control and put her young daughter in a potentially frightening situation. Following rumors of trouble in her relationship with Derek, Meredith decides to flee with her daughter, hoping to prevent social services from taking custody of her child.

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Debora CahnTony PhelanSeptember 22, 20118.3/10

Absolutely, it’s quite understandable that Meredith reacted this way, given her background as a hardworking mother. However, the fact that she seemed pleased when Alex and Cristina got involved in this deception suggests that she often expects others to protect her, but may not always reciprocate the favor. This instance is yet another demonstration of how Meredith’s self-centered attitude tends to cause more harm to those around her rather than herself.

Meredith Disrespected George After They Slept Together

Season 2, Episode 19, “What Have I Done to Deserve This?”

It’s clear that the young boy, in an attempt to gain sympathy from others, but when Meredith publicly embarrasses him in “What Have I Done to Deserve This?,” viewers think George has just cause to be upset. After a night of unfortunate events, George wakes up feeling uneasy about his past sexual encounter with Meredith.

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Stacy McKeeWendey StanzlerFebruary 26, 20068.0/10

Instead of maintaining distance and focusing on their work, Meredith frequently teases George about his feelings for her and mocks his past relationships with women. This behavior is quite immature, considering she is a surgeon who has the life-or-death responsibility of others. Additionally, it portrays Meredith as someone who enjoys gossiping, which isn’t always well-received in an establishment like Seattle Grace Mercy West Hospital.

She Didn’t Tell Derek’s Family That He Was in the Hospital

Season 11, Episode 21, “How to Save a Life”

To put it plainly, among all the difficult situations that have occurred, the loss of Derek remains the most heart-wrenching. Following a severe car accident, Shepherd was urgently taken to the hospital where Meredith tirelessly worked to get him a head scan. However, due to delayed treatment, Derek ultimately lost his life.

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Shonda RhimesRob HardyApril 23, 20155.6/10

Many viewers will always remember Meredith’s emotional response upon learning that the man she adored had died, yet some feel she should have informed his family he was in the hospital instead. Meredith explained away her omission by stating Derek wasn’t close to his relatives, but fans know this isn’t accurate since his mother and sister made frequent visits to Seattle Grace. Although fans understand Meredith was under immense pressure, her failure to contact his loved ones seems rather peculiar.

Meredith Had a Very Toxic Relationship With Addison

Season 2, Episode 8, “Let It Be”

Fans often perceive Addison Montgomery as the antagonist in the earlier seasons due to their perspective through Meredith’s eyes. However, upon closer examination of their interactions, it becomes apparent that while Addison was making efforts to mend her marriage, Meredith was frequently unkind towards her. For instance, in the opening scene of “Let It Be,” Addison politely waves at Meredith as she tries to hide a zit, but Meredith only responds with an awkward smile instead of reciprocating the gesture.

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Mimi SchmirLesli Linka GlatterNovember 13, 20057.8/10

As their relationship evolved, particularly following Derek’s demise, it’s not hard to understand why viewers initially found Addison difficult. However, it seems apparent that Meredith was secretly hoping for Addison’s failure in the early stages. Despite trying to maintain professionalism and carry on with her duties, Meredith’s behavior reveals a level of immaturity and jealousy that makes her character quite grating within the series.

She Blamed Penny Blake Too Much for Her Husband’s Death

Season 12, Episode 5, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”

For people unfamiliar with the lengthy history of the television series “Grey’s Anatomy”, it was Callie who tended to Derek following his accident, and she voiced her opinion that not performing a CT scan on him at the time was a very poor decision. In the episode titled “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” Callie extends an invitation to Penny for dinner at Meredith’s home, but this ultimately leads to a massive disagreement between them.

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Mark DriscollDebbie AllenOctober 22, 20158.9/10

During that moment, it’s clear that Meredith was allowed to feel emotional, but some viewers can’t help but believe she was overly harsh towards Penny. Even though she admitted Derek needed a head CT and wept upon learning he had passed away, Meredith often seems as if she’s never lost a patient due to her own mistakes, demonstrating that she struggles to empathize with others.

She Cries at Very Inappropriate Moments

Season 8, Episode 24, “Flight”

While viewers admire the depth of Meredith’s character, some fans suggest she could display more resilience. On occasion, Grey seems overly emotional, which, at times, may not be beneficial. It is important to recognize that showing emotion isn’t inherently negative, particularly in a show like Grey’s Anatomy, but Meredith often allows her feelings to overwhelm her.

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Shonda RhimesRob CornMay 17, 20128.8/10

In “Flight,” as Lexie Grey takes her final breath, I find myself unable to hold back the flood of tears that overtake me, just like Meredith. Yet, remarkably, the rest of the team manage to maintain a semblance of composure amidst our shared grief. They take a moment, a silent, respectful pause, to allow Lexie’s transition in peace. While this may seem a minor detail, it underscores why some fans struggle to accept Meredith’s reactions during these heart-rending scenes as entirely believable.

She Has a Difficult Relationship With Her Sister-In-Law

Season 12, Episode 5, “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner”

Amelia Shepherd isn’t known for her innocence throughout history, and she often caused trouble for both Derek and Meredith, particularly during her struggle with addiction. Despite their moments of harmony, the bond between Amelia and Meredith has always had its ups and downs. In the episode “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,” they have a highly acrimonious argument regarding Derek’s demise.

I find myself disagreeing with Meredith’s perspective in this situation. She seems to imply that Amelia shouldn’t be upset about Penny’s actions because she lost a husband and father, whereas Amelia only lost a brother. However, grief can affect everyone differently, and suggesting that Derek’s death doesn’t impact Amelia is, quite frankly, insensitive, even by Grey’s standards. This exchange merely reinforces my belief that Meredith tends to push people away, even when they want to offer support.

Meredith Didn’t Allow Cristina to Lead Her Own Life

Season 10, Episode 22, “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together”

In the world of “Grey’s Anatomy”, it’s well-known that Cristina holds a special place in Meredith’s life. Some viewers interpret this as a term of affection, while others see it as an indication of the interdependent relationship between these characters. Meredith appears to thrive when Cristina is by her side, but she often fails to reciprocate this level of support towards Yang.

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Joan RaterRob CornMay 1, 20148.6/10

In the finale of “We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together,” Meredith learns that Cristina is moving away from Seattle. Instead of showing joy for her friend, Meredith’s expression sours, and she somehow manages to make what should be a happy moment for Cristina into a catastrophe. This suggests that while Grey’s Anatomy may portray Meredith and Cristina as best friends, in truth, Meredith often prioritizes her own feelings over Cristina’s.

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2025-04-24 04:10