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Scott Speedman Shares Hilarious Behind-the-Scenes Moments from Grey’s Anatomy Surgery Scenes
Oct
Scott Speedman, known for his role as Dr. Nick Marsh on Grey’s Anatomy, recently revealed some fun insights about the challenges of filming medical drama scenes. While there may not be real patients on the table, the pressure to perform surgery flawlessly on the long-running ABC series remains high.
In a candid conversation on The Spotlight with Jessica Shaw on SiriusXM, Speedman shared that a particular crew member ensures he stays on top of his game during surgery scenes. “There’s one lady there who just yells at me every time I’m doing a surgery scene, which I love,” Speedman said with a laugh. “You screw it up, and she’s on you, but it’s pretty fun.”
Learning the Art of Pretend Surgery
Speedman, widely recognized from his breakout role in Felicity, admitted that even seasoned actors have their moments of struggle, especially when it comes to mimicking intricate surgical techniques. He explained that this unnamed crew member isn’t afraid to point out when he’s not holding a surgical instrument correctly or misses a step in the procedure.
“She’ll come over, hit your hand, and say, ‘You’re not doing that right,’” Speedman said, chuckling. “You’re trying to keep a serious face, deliver dialogue you don’t fully understand, and meanwhile, she’s making sure it looks perfect.”
Despite the light-hearted nature of these interactions, Speedman emphasized that the Grey’s Anatomy team remains dedicated to making every surgery scene as realistic as possible, even in the show’s 21st season. “They’re very serious when it comes to the surgery scenes,” he noted.
Navigating the Fandom’s Strong Opinions
As a romantic interest for Ellen Pompeo’s character, Dr. Meredith Grey, Speedman’s Dr. Nick Marsh hasn’t always received a warm welcome from fans. Reflecting on the sometimes intense reactions, Speedman laughed about the flood of vomit emojis he encountered online when news broke of his character’s return to the series.
“It’s really funny how serious people are about who’s with that character and who’s not,” he shared, adding that he’s not particularly active on social media and takes the reactions in stride.
This isn’t the first time Grey’s Anatomy has stirred strong emotions among viewers. Meredith Grey’s love life has been a focal point of the show since the tragic loss of Dr. Derek Shepherd (Patrick Dempsey), making every new romance a subject of intense scrutiny.
What’s Next for Scott Speedman?
Beyond his role on Grey’s Anatomy, Speedman is also keeping busy with other projects. He stars alongside Yvonne Strahovski from The Handmaid’s Tale in Teacup, a new horror series that premiered this month on Peacock. The show offers a thrilling departure from his work on Grey’s, giving fans a different side of the actor to enjoy.
With Grey’s Anatomy in its 21st season, Speedman’s playful anecdotes remind us that even in high-pressure situations, there’s room for humor and camaraderie behind the scenes. Whether it’s a stern tap on the hand during surgery scenes or navigating the passion of devoted fans, Speedman seems to be taking it all in good spirits.
As viewers eagerly follow Dr. Nick Marsh’s journey and Meredith Grey’s next chapter, Speedman’s stories offer a refreshing glimpse into the blend of fun and focus that keeps this beloved medical drama thriving after two decades on air.
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