Grey's Anatomy S16e16 -

The central twist of the episode is that Alex has reunited with his ex-wife, .

Alex explains she will always be "his person," but he found a reason to stay away that he couldn't ignore.

He apologizes for leaving via a letter and reveals he is filing for divorce. He leaves her his shares in Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital. Grey's Anatomy s16e16

After reading the letter and realizing her marriage is over, Jo heads back to work, determined to stay strong despite the heartbreak. 🗣️ Fan and Critic Reaction

Rather than appearing in person, Alex’s exit is explained through four separate sent to his closest friends and family. These letters reveal that Alex has been in Kansas for several weeks and does not plan to return to Seattle. The central twist of the episode is that

Season 16, Episode 16 of Grey's Anatomy , titled serves as the official farewell to original cast member Justin Chambers , who played Dr. Alex Karev . The episode aired on March 5, 2020, and is one of the most controversial in the series' history due to how it handles Alex's departure. ✉️ The Core Format: Letters from Alex

They make the life-altering decision to foster Joey , a teenager Bailey treated who had been living in the foster care system. He leaves her his shares in Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital

Alex claims that while he still loves Jo , he cannot bear to let his children grow up without a father the way he did. He is now living on a farm in Kansas where Izzie works as a surgical oncologist. ⚡ Secondary Storylines