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How 'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. inspired award-winning episodes

Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
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Mark Thompson has spent over a decade highlighting community stories across Chicago. He graduated from Northwestern University and has contributed to various local outlets, including Chicago Reader, focusing on grassroots initiatives and neighborhood developments.

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Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 5:58 AM · 1 min read
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How 'Grey's Anatomy' star James Pickens Jr. inspired award-winning episodes — Highland Park Community news

"Grey's Anatomy" star James Pickens Jr. was the inspiration for an award-winning storyline about his own cancer journey. Hear him open up about the recognition.

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