Grey's Anatomy places Meredith Grey at the center of this bustling world and showcases how she grew from an inexperienced intern into one of Seattle's best doctors. But beneath her hoards of experience, Meredith handles a wealth of trauma. From losing her husband, Derek Shepherd, to her parent's separation, it's fair to say that the protagonist has dealt with quite a lot in her short life.

Alongside her parents, audiences were also introduced to her stepmother, Susan Grey. While she was by no means a major character, she gave more insight into Meredith's upbringing and current struggles. But she unfortunately passed away in Seattle Grey after a short battle with ill health, which devastated fans. So, what happened to Susan Grey, and how does her death impact the rest of the Grey's Anatomy canon?

Susan Grey’s Death Was Initially Played Off as a Joke

There's no denying that Meredith's family tree is complicated,...