Who does George marry in Grey's Anatomy?

Last Modified Apr 13, 2025 20:08 EDT
Who does George marry in Grey's Anatomy?​
George (Source: Screengraab from the series)


The character of George O'Malley was married to Callie Torres in Grey’s Anatomy.

The American medical drama Grey’s Anatomy revolves around the personal and professional lives of surgical interns, residents, and attendings who are working in the fictional Seattle Grace Hospital. The series has aired a total of 21 seasons with its first episode airing on March 27, 2005, and has released a total of 437 episodes to date. The series is one of the most famous medical dramas in television history.

George O'Malley is a surgical resident at the Seattle Grace Hospital. The character started his career in the hospital as an intern and was shown to have quite a tough time dealing with patients in the series, but his talent and passion for helping others got him to become one of the most talented surgeons in the hospital. George is often shown to be a compassionate and kind person who was bullied often by his brothers when he was young. The character is known to be loyal to his friends and is always seen to be there for them in any situation.


Who does George marry in Grey's Anatomy?​


George O’Malley was married to Callie Torres in the series. Even though the duo were not married for long, they were one of the main couples in the series. Their story starts after the disastrous incident of George falling down the stairwell at Seattle Grace, dislocating his shoulder. For consultation, George met up with Callie Torres who is an orthopedic surgeon. It was during his procedures that George had asked the doctor out for a date.

Continuing the story, we get to know that George’s father, before his passing, stated that he likes Callie and that he would love it if George ended up marrying her. It was after his father’s death that George proposed to Callie stating that he only did it because she said she loved him and it was his father's dying wish for them to get married. It is in season 3, episode 14 titled "Wishin' and Hopin”, where we see the duo getting married.


Who does George marry in Grey's Anatomy?​
George and Callie (Source: Screengrab from the series)


Are George and Callie still married in Grey’s Anatomy?


No, George and Callie got a divorce by the end of season 4 of Grey’s Anatomy. After some time, George fell out of love with Callie and started getting affectionate towards Izzie who is quite a close friend to the character. After one of the biggest fights that George and Callie had between them, George goes to Izzie’s place, gets completely drunk, and sleeps with her. While going on to have a physical relationship with her, George feels guilty about cheating on Callie and decides to tell her that he slept with Izzie. After this, the two decided to go their separate ways, ending their marriage.


Related: who does amelia end up with in greys anatomy


FAQs about George in Grey's Anatomy

A. George in Grey’s Anatomy is a surgical resident at Seattle Grace Hospital.

A. Yes, George O'Malley dies in the sixth season of Grey's Anatomy.

A. No, George does not have any children in the series.

A. Yes, George and Izzie date for a short period before deciding that they are better off as friends.

Related Stories

5 best Jane Fonda movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist 5 best Jane Fonda movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist
5 best Jane Fonda movies and TV shows that deserve a spot on your watchlist
1d
Kim Kardashian starrer All's Fair manages a Season 2 renewal at Hulu Kim Kardashian starrer All's Fair manages a Season 2 renewal at Hulu
Kim Kardashian starrer All's Fair manages a Season 2 renewal at Hulu 
1d
Far Cry: The hit video game franchise gets an FX series order - here's all about it Far Cry: The hit video game franchise gets an FX series order - here's all about it
Far Cry: The hit video game franchise gets an FX series order - here's all about it
1d
What happens to Choi Nam-ra in All of Us Are Dead? Character’s fate explored What happens to Choi Nam-ra in All of Us Are Dead? Character’s fate explored
What happens to Choi Nam-ra in All of Us Are Dead? Character’s fate explored
14h
Dynamite Kiss review: worth watching or overrated? Here’s why it exploded in popularity Dynamite Kiss review: worth watching or overrated? Here’s why it exploded in popularity
Dynamite Kiss review: worth watching or overrated? Here’s why it exploded in popularity
1d
Did Fallout Season 2 hint at a New Vegas ending as canon? Speculations explored Did Fallout Season 2 hint at a New Vegas ending as canon? Speculations explored
Did Fallout Season 2 hint at a New Vegas ending as canon? Speculations explored
18h
Something About Cari - Every person featured in the new Dateline podcast series on Cari Ferver Something About Cari - Every person featured in the new Dateline podcast series on Cari Ferver
Something About Cari - Every person featured in the new Dateline podcast series on Cari Ferver
14h
"A showstopping performance": The Voice fans praise Kirbi's standout performance "A showstopping performance": The Voice fans praise Kirbi's standout performance
"A showstopping performance": The Voice fans praise Kirbi's standout performance
12h
Toby Wallace joins the cast of Netflix's Assassin’s Creed adaptation Toby Wallace joins the cast of Netflix's Assassin’s Creed adaptation
Toby Wallace joins the cast of Netflix's Assassin’s Creed adaptation
10h
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim Episode 10 recap: Nak-su confronts the nightmare of his past trauma The Dream Life of Mr. Kim Episode 10 recap: Nak-su confronts the nightmare of his past trauma
The Dream Life of Mr. Kim Episode 10 recap: Nak-su confronts the nightmare of his past trauma
1d