Grey’s Anatomy actor, Isaiah Washington is retiring from acting.
The actor best known for his portrayal of Dr. Preston Burke on the medical drama series recently made the announcement on Twitter blaming the haters for the shocking decision.
In his tweet, Isaiah Washington indicated that his role as Bass Reeves in the film Corsicana, which he also wrote and directed may be his last.
He tweeted, “It is with a heavy heart and a sense of relief that I am announcing my early retirement from the entertainment industry today. Those who have been following/witnessing my journey here on *BLEEP* since 2011 all know that I have fought the good fight, but it seems that the haters, provocateurs and useful idiots have won.”
The Texas-born star also shared his post-retirement plans writing, “I’m no longer interested in the back and forth regarding a colour construct that keeps us human beings divided nor am I interested in politics or anything vitriolic.
I will be travelling to this great country before it falls into socialism and communism. Until then, know that this Frederick Douglass Conservative will keep his powder dry and loves you all!”
Showing gratitude, he continued, “I am truly grateful for your support over the years. It looks like Corsicana may be the last time you see me as an actor born here in America. Just know that I will be posting a few pictures of my retirement shenanigans here and there, but until then, be safe out there. Your loved ones love you and need you. SALUTE!”
Isaiah Washington starred on Grey’s Anatomy for the first three seasons of the series but made headlines in 2007 when he was fired from the series after he allegedly made used a homophobic slur in reference to co-star T. R. Knight who later came out as gay while arguing with co-star Patrick Dempsey on set.
While he initially denied using the slur and claimed he instead told Patrick to stop treating him like a *BLEEP BLEEP*, which he said meant ‘somebody who is being weak and afraid to fight back’, he later apologized for his behaviour.
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