HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — T.R. Knight appears poised to leave the graces of Seattle.
The 35-year-old Knight has reportedly asked to be released from his "Grey's Anatomy" contract, according to Entertainment Weekly.
An insider tells EW reporter Michael Ausiello that both ABC and show creator Shonda Rhimes will most likely grant Knight his wish.
"They're working out the details now," says the source.
Knight's unhappiness is said to date back to when his then co-star, Isaiah Washington, allegedly used a homophobic slur against him. Washington was eventually criticized and his contract was not renewed, but Grimes' actions were too little too late, according to the source.
Still, the Washington incident is reportedly not the deciding factor in Knight's desire to leave the show. The actor, who stars as Dr. George O'Malley, is thought to be less than thrilled with his role, which has become less of an emphasis of late.
"He just feels it's time to move on," the insider tells EW.
Knight's departure would be the second "Grey's" exit in recent time. Brooke Smith, who starred as Dr. Erica Hahn, was abruptly let go from the show last month.
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