| Sadie Harris | |
|---|---|
| Grey's Anatomy character | |
 Melissa George as Dr. Sadie Harris | |
| First appearance | "These Ties That Bind" 5×08, November 13, 2008 |
| Last appearance | "Before And After" 5×15, February 12, 2009 |
| Created by | Shonda Rhimes |
| Portrayed by | Melissa George |
| In-universe information | |
| Alias | Die |
| Nicknames | Pre-Cristina Cristina, Die |
| Title | M.D. |
Sadie Harris, M.D. is a fictional character from the medical drama Grey's Anatomy, which airs on the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) in the United States. The character was created by series producer Shonda Rhimes and portrayed by actress Melissa George. Introduced as a surgical intern with a longstanding friendship with the series' protagonist Meredith Grey (Ellen Pompeo), Sadie forms a bond with Lexie Grey (Chyler Leigh) but departs after it is revealed she cheated her way into the surgical program.
George was invited to meet with Grey's Anatomy's executive producers after the show's casting agents saw her performance in the 2008 television drama In Treatment. Initially, the actress' contract spanned 8 to 11 recurring episodes in Season 5, with the possibility of becoming a series regular. Sadie was originally intended to be a romantic interest for Callie Torres (Sara Ramirez) and Erica Hahn (Brooke Smith), but the role was retooled following Hahn's departure in November 2008.
There was speculation as to whether Sadie Harris would become a series regular, but it was later confirmed that Melissa George's character would not remain on the show and would soon depart. George explained that it was her own decision to leave Grey's Anatomy, dismissing claims that her departure was part of an effort to "de-gay" the series. The character received mixed feedback from critics and has been described as "naughty," "mischievous," and "nutty".[1][2]
- ^ Ellis, Scott (March 16, 2009). "New doctor in the house". The Sydney Morning Herald. Fairfax Media. Retrieved July 8, 2012.
- ^ "Melissa George Talks Joining 'Grey's Anatomy' Cast". Access Hollywood. NBC Studios. November 14, 2008. Retrieved November 30, 2008.