Ahead of tonight’s new episode of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’, TV Guide posted a new interview with Justin and his co-star Camilla Luddington. Read what they had to say about Alex and Jo and what’s coming for them.

Grey’s Anatomy: Are Alex and Jo Really Going to Break Up?

For a hospital that has been dominated by on-call room romps and various hookups, it should come as no surprise that the new rule barring superiors from dating their subordinates will cause quite a stir at Grey Sloan Memorial. We’ll learn during Thursday’s Grey’s Anatomy that this is especially difficult for Alex (Justin Chambers) and Jo (Camilla Luddington), who, because they’re not married, are technically no longer allowed to date.

“They’re dealing with it horribly,” Luddington tells TVGuide.com from the set of the ABC medical drama. “It’s really jarring. They think it’s completely hypocritical. Jo is on damage control. She wants to do anything in her power that she can to make sure that she and Alex can still be together, but the powers that be make it extremely difficult for that to happen.”

If you caught the promo for this week’s Grey’s, it seems like Alex and Jo are headed for a big breakup, but that could be deceiving. In fact, Chambers says Alex will work to hang onto the one good thing in his life. “Commitment phobias are still [there],” Chambers says and explains that the rule will force them to really look towards the future. “I think they make a great couple and complement each other.”

“She’s very careful with her relationships,” Luddington adds. “It took her a long time to even let Alex know that she liked him and had those feelings. Even then, she was wary about keeping it as friends because she felt like she’d ruin stuff.”

But Alex finally confronting his father has made him a better man, one who wants to take the next step with Jo, as evidenced by his impromptu proposal before April’s (Sarah Drew) wedding. “Alex realizes that he was better off that his dad wasn’t part of his life because maybe he wouldn’t have become a working professional if he was always picking up after his dad,” Chambers says. “That was a really mature realization for him. I think it helps that he’s in a more stable relationship with Jo. They’re there for each other. That stability has given him more of an insight on how to handle things. We’re going to see him mature. Jo is making him more responsible.”

However, Jo might not be so mature when she blames Stephanie (Jerrika Hinton) as the culprit behind the lawsuit that birthed the new rule at the hospital. “Jo assumes by process of elimination that it’s Stephanie because of everything that happened with April and Jackson [Jesse Williams],” Luddington says. “She feels betrayed a little bit by her friend. Jo feels like there haven’t been many good relationships in her life, so Alex is someone who is beyond special to her. It’s not just a boyfriend that she’s in love with. For someone to potentially threaten that in a way that she feels is selfish, ridiculous and over the top, she feels betrayed. She’s really upset. She’s a little vicious about it almost.”

Do you think Alex and Jo will last?

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&#9733 I forgot to link to the following articles in a previous update so I’m going to do it now. Sorry about that.

TV Guide posted a piece previewing each character’s story at the beginning of the second half of season 10. This is bit for Alex Karev with Justin’s quotes:

Alex Karev (Justin Chambers)
Alex will not be a happy camper when he returns to the hospital to learn Shane has all but mutilated his father (James Remar). “Alex is dealing with his father and whether he’s going to live or not live,” Chambers says. “Shane had taken over the surgery in a very unprofessional way, so that’s where he’s at. It’s interesting to see Alex finally confront his father and all the issues they’ve had.” That new rule will also affect Alex’s relationship with Jo, who is still just a resident, but she might not be his resident for much longer.

Source: TV Guide

&#9733 Justin’s Grey’s Anatomy co-star, Camilla Luddington mentioned Justin in an interview she gave the other week.

Like you said, Alex practically proposes, and confesses his love to Jo. He says he wants kids and a life with her. Do you think all of that will happen? Do you think they could make it work?
Yeah, I think I do sort of see that future for them, I think that for Jo though it’s just way, way too early. I think that’s something she takes very seriously and I think from her point of view she grew up without any parents so she never really saw a good, happy, married couple. She never grew up in that family unit, so for her I think it’s territorial just a little bit. And it’s not something she takes lightly, I mean I think she wants to get married I just think it’s not right now. But I can see them somewhere down the line doing that. I mean Justin (Chambers) and I even joke sometimes that they’ll get married and they’ll end up ordering pizza that night, and that’s how they’ll celebrate and it will just be so them. But I just think it’s not right now, and also I feel like that proposal came out of a place of Alex feeling overwhelmed by everything that was going on and I think in those moments, yes your true feelings come out, and I do think he loves her and wants those things with her but I think that she feels like he may not have quite that declaration in that way, had his dad been okay.

Source: The TV Addict

I haven’t done one of these in a while but now is the time. Several things popped up over the last week so I’m just going to make one big post with all of it.

&#9733 In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Justin and Camilla Luddington discuss whether they think Alex and Jo have what it takes to last. Below is an excerpt with Justin’s quotes, but I recommend reading the full article.

‘Grey’s Anatomy’: Are Alex and Jo Meant for Each Other?

“Sometimes it’s not about opposites attracting; sometimes you need to be cut from the same cloth to move forward,” Chambers told The Hollywood Reporter. “I think that they understand each other really well and she adds an excitement to him, a spark.”

While Jo pushed hard for Alex to make amends with his father — going so far as to risk her relationship when she pushed Alex closer to his dear old dad — Chambers says the best thing about the pairing is that they don’t try to change each other.

“She’s his voice of reason,” Chambers says of how Jo has stood by him after his estranged junkie father resurfaced. “She’s trying to save him; she gives him advice and is there for him to play devil’s advocate on what he needs to think about.”

&#9733 Cartermatt.com posted its Grey’s Anatomy Midseason Report Card and states that Justin is one of this season’s shining stars.

The shining stars – To us, the big winners of season 10 so far are Sandra Oh, Justin Chambers, and guest star James Remar. Seeing Alex’s father has completely added that new dimension to the character, and allowed him an outlet to channel some of that rage that’s been building up for so long.

&#9733 Yahoo TV named Alex and Jo’s kiss in the season 9 finale as one of The 20 Hottest TV Hookups of 2013

12. Out of the Friend Zone, Into the Fire: Alex and Jo, “Grey’s Anatomy”
These hot docs are just good buddies — until Alex realizes that he’s in love with his beautiful intern. After Jo gets into a brawl with her boyfriend and Alex helps her, they finally address their feelings for each other and share a passionate kiss in the on-call room.

&#9733 TV Overmind listed the Top TV Couples of 2013 and Alex and Jo made their list.

11. Alex and Jo (Grey’s Anatomy) — I’m extremely behind on Grey’s Anatomy this season (I’ve only seen the first two episodes), but I will say that during Grey’s very “meh” season nine, watching Alex and Jo go from friends to more than friends was a pure joy to watch. The insistence between the pair that there was nothing more between them than an almost brother-sister connection could be seen through by almost all the Grey’s characters (and the entire audience), but that didn’t make watching the two of them dance around their feelings, dealing with everything from abusive boyfriends leaving black eyes to trees falling through houses during a super storm, any less enjoyable.

&#9733 Last, but certainly not least, Camilla posted a pic with Justin from the set of Grey’s Anatomy yesterday. Today was the last day of work for the show’s cast and crew before the holiday break. Production resumes on Jan 6th.

You guys asked for it… We gave it.. pic.twitter.com/kICLOmgyY8

— Camilla Luddington (@camilluddington) December 20, 2013

&#9733 In an interview with TV Line, Camilla Luddington spoke about the events in this week’s episode of Grey’s Anatomy and also what is coming for “Jolex”. Here is an excerpt from the interview:

TVLINE | Were you on the edge of seat when you first read that final scene, where she’s at Alex’s doorstep? When a couple has a door between them, it could always slam in someone’s face.
It was hard for me, these past two episodes, because I really just feel for Jo. Usually when we’re not filming a scene, we’re not present, but I went and watched the scene that Justin [Chambers] and James Remar filmed in the bar. Because when I read it, it was so heartbreaking and I wanted to see how it went. I felt really invested in both Jo and Alex’s journey with this storyline, so by the time it got to the door [scene], I myself was almost exhausted. I felt like she was again putting it all on the line, but I remember saying to the director, “I don’t want her to be upset. I don’t want her to play it that way. I really feel like, at this point, she feels like she’s done everything she can.” But it’s always scary because I was like, “He’s really not even gonna open the door to her?” And they’re like, “No. He’s keeping it closed.” And that made it so difficult, as she stood there in this costume. There’s something so vulnerable about it to me.

TVLINE | Alex letting her in… Do you feel that’s the biggest hurdle they’ve cleared so far?
That’s an interesting question…. I would say yes. In their relationship, yes. Obviously, the biggest hurdle was admitting that they had feelings for each other. But again, this situation was taxing, because they’re both horrible at communication.

TVLINE | It was almost more of a test than a hurdle. Like, will he let her be there for him in that way?
Yes — and I think the door was obviously symbolic of him literally letting her in. And I don’t feel like Jo has been like this ever in a relationship either. There was a point last week where he says to me in the elevator, “It’s none of your business.” I remember discussing it with the director and thinking, “I would just be like, ‘We’re done.’ I would text him and say, ‘You can’t talk to me like that.’ Even Justin was sort of like, “Wow. He’s giving her such a hard time.” It was almost difficult to play, but I loved it because I feel as if her showing up is something she’s never done in the past. I think she’s thinking that he won’t open the door. I think she’s thinking that it will not fix things, but she just has to say it. I saw that as Jo progressing herself in a relationship.

To read Camilla’s full interview with TV Line, click on the link -> Grey’s Anatomy Post Mortem: Camilla Luddington Weighs In on Alex’s Decision, Future of ‘JoLex’

&#9733 The screencaps from this week’s episode “Thriller” have been added to the gallery. Click on the link.

Screencaps > 10.07 – Thriller

&#9733Below is the promo for next Thursday’s episode of Grey’s Anatomy titled “Two Against One”.

&#9733 Last night’s 200th episode of Grey’s Anatomy marked a big moment for Justin’s character, Alex Karev. The Hollywood Reporter posted an article where Justin, actors James Remar and Camilla Luddington, and Grey’s creator Shonda Rhimes weighed in on what’s next for Alex.

I won’t post the whole article because it’s rather long but you can click on the link for the full story. Here’s an excerpt:

‘Grey’s Anatomy’: How Will Alex Handle His Father’s Return?

Prepare to really get to know Alex Karev on ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy.

After 10 seasons, the medical drama has introduced Alex’s (Justin Chambers) estranged father — currently known as “Junkie Jake” (Dexter’s James Remar), who arrived at Grey Sloan Memorial after a heroin-induced car crash.

[…]”We’re going to learn a lot about Alex’s past and about where he is now,” showrunner Shonda Rhimes tells THR of the upcoming arc. “He’s been a character who has really struggled with his own morality and being a good guy or not being a good guy. He’s gotten really successful at that, and it’s going to be interesting whether he backslides in the face of having his dad here or not.”

[…]Chambers notes that the details of Alex’s childhood that will come up during the story line will highlight just how much he’s had to overcome, which will make his accomplishments that much more impressive.

“I’m surprised Alex got through all that and became a doctor,” Chambers says. “That’s fairly impressive, and that’s inspiring for people because you can come from a messed up background and still overcome that and become better for it. Alex turned around and became a better man from it. He still has a lot to learn.“

I added a larger version of the pic of Justin and James Remar to our gallery. Click on the link for the behind-the-scenes pics from last night’s episode from The Hollywood Reporter.

Promotional Photos > 10.04 – Puttin’ on the Ritz

&#9733 TV Guide has a fun Grey’s Anatomy photo set where all the cast members tell us how they joined the show. Below is Justin’s story but the other stories can be seen at the following link: Grey’s Anatomy Hits 200 Episodes

Justin Chambers — Alex Karev
“They had shot the pilot a year before it aired. They felt they needed to tinker with it a little more. I had done a pilot for ABC, [Secret Service], that didn’t get picked up. They liked what I did in that, and they brought me in to do a screen test with Ellen. I guess they felt they needed a jerk, so they brought in this jerk. It worked out.”

&#9733 The screencaps from episode 10.04 “Puttin’ on the Ritz” have been added to the gallery. Click on the link for the album.

10.04 – Puttin’ on the Ritz

&#9733 This is the promo for next Thursday’s episode of Grey’s Anatomy titled “I Bet It Stung”

More interviews celebrating the 200th episode of Grey’s Anatomy have come out!

The Hollywood Reporter asked the cast of Grey’s what the 200 episode milestone means for them, what most surprised them about their character and what their hopes are for a potential 300th episode. Here is what Justin had to say:

‘Grey’s Anatomy’s’ 200th Episode: The Cast Shares Surprises, Hopes for 300

Justin Chambers (Alex)
On 200: It’s been such a blessing to have a job for that long, to work with people I enjoy. To see all the ups and downs we’ve had and how we’ve gotten through it and enjoy it and continue to entertain people. The longer it goes, the more I realize how fortunate we are to have had this success.

What surprised him about Alex: Letting Izzie go like that after how much he fought to keep the marriage going and then realizing that they weren’t going to be together. Letting her go at the end was an interesting twist and surprised me. It was very adult for Alex. He’s emotionally stunted. When they got married is when he started to really grow up, but he regressed after that ended. I think Jo might get him to step up to the plate again and mature a bit.

Where Alex should be at 300: He should be a very good doctor; maybe do something in pediatrics that will revolutionize medicine. I’d like him to have more of a sense of self and self-security. To know who he is and how he handles relationships. I think he’s one of the characters on the show who’s really seen the light.

Glamour magazine’s site posted a Q&A with the cast and the answers are both funny and enlightening. Here’s a small excerpt:

Who has the most difficulty memorizing medical jargon?

Sarah Drew (Dr. April Kepner): Justin Chambers! Honestly, you can see it in every blooper reel in every season! There’s five minutes devoted to him saying, “What’s my line?!” We all die laughing.
Chandra Wilson (Dr. Miranda Bailey): Oooh, he’s gonna kill me, but maybe Kevin McKidd.
Justin Chambers (Dr. Alex Karev): Besides me? Gosh, I think it’s me. I’m on an island all my own.
James Pickens Jr. (Dr. Richard Webber): Patrick [Dempsey]. I would say Patrick.
Kevin McKidd (Dr. Owen Hunt): Justin! And me too! We’re kinda equal!
Sara Ramirez (Dr. Callie Torres): Ellen [Pompeo]. Actually, Justin Chambers is a better answer. He makes an entire commentary about what’s happening. He’ll say things like, “So much for my Emmy!”

Which cast member is always in need of caffeine?

Sarah Drew: It was Eric Dane, but now it’s Justin Chambers.
Chandra Wilson: Justin Chambers!
Justin Chambers: Me! I do Red Bulls all day!
Camilla Luddington: Justin! He drinks about five Red Bulls throughout the day, I’m not even kidding.
James Pickens Jr.: Probably Justin Chambers! His motor has to rev up, haha.
Kevin McKidd: It used to be Kim Raver. She’s a big caffeine drinker. I have to cut myself off at noon, otherwise I’ll be up all night, but she’d still be drinking it at 5, 6, 7 P.M. I don’t know how you do that!
Sara Ramirez: Patrick [Dempsey]. The racer!

To read the rest, click on the link –> Glamour.com

&#9733 &#9733 Finally, to Justin and the rest of the cast and crew of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ (past and present) we’d like to say THANK YOU and CONGRATULATIONS on reaching this huge milestone!

Just for fun – the image below is from the Grey’s Anatomy season 5 DVD feature celebrating the 100th episode (“100th Episode: Tales From The OR”). Justin hoped for another 100 episodes and he got what he wanted! Ha!

The 200th episode of Grey’s Anatomy airs tonight! There are a lot of new interviews with the cast reflecting on Grey’s past and teasing the future.

&#9733 TV Guide posted a new article where Justin and his Grey’s Anatomy co-star Camilla Luddington discuss their characters’ storyline when Alex’s father resurfaces.

Grey’s Anatomy: Will Alex’s Relationship with Jo Suffer When His Dad Suddenly Returns?

While Grey’s Anatomy celebrates 200 episodes with a fundraising gala to help save Grey Sloan Memorial, Thursday’s episode (9/8c, ABC) will be far from a party for the characters. In particular, Alex Karev (Justin Chambers) will get quite a shock when his father (Dexter’s James Remar) resurfaces after 20 years.

“The last time he saw his father, he was abusing his mom, and Alex had beat the crap out of him,” Chambers tells TVGuide.com. “So this revisit is going to be very interesting to see what happens.”

Of course, his father’s return comes at a time when the once-cocky doctor has found himself in a new relationship with Jo (Camilla Luddington). “Alex has always been emotionally [backward], so whenever he starts to step out a little bit and feel secure, something happens and then he’s pulled back in,” Chambers says. “I think [his father’s arrival is] going to make them strong, because she comes from a similar background — not the best childhood. They’re going to be able to lean on each other, and she’s going to help him hopefully get through it.”

After years of being hurt or let down by women, Alex has finally met his match, according to Chambers. “She’s someone who understands where he’s coming from,” he says. “She can call him on things, so it’s going to make their relationship deeper.”

Still, Alex’s father may not be the only obstacle they have to face once Alex’s friends see that he’s getting serious with Jo. “There’s going to be some tension just because Jo’s a little bit more outspoken,” Luddington says. “There’s always that interesting relationship that happens with the women who are the friends in your life and then the girlfriend who comes in and tries to integrate into somebody’s life. I think that will cause tension during this season.“

&#9733 At TV Line, the Grey’s cast was asked their all-time favorite Grey’s moment.

Grey’s Anatomy Cast Teases ‘Tragically Sparkly’ Episode 200, Reveals All-Time Fave Storylines

Justin Chambers
ON TAP FOR 200 | As previously reported, “Somebody from Alex’s past is coming to visit” – the abusive drug addict father who bailed on him as a kid, to be played by James Remar (Dexter). “And there’s a mystery to that.”

ALL-TIME FAVORITE GREY’S MOMENT | “What I’ve been doing the last two years, I think, is great. They’re giving Alex some fun stuff to do with Jo, but I also loved all the old stuff with Izzie. It’s just been a great ride. It really has.“

&#9733 New video interview from E! from the red carpet at the Grey’s Anatomy 200th Episode Party. Justin’s interview starts at around the 1:05 mark. Justin discusses Sandra Oh leaving at the end of the season, his future on Grey’s, his favorite moments and if he’d work for Shonda Rhimes again.

&#9733 Here is a short sneak peek from tonight’s episode of Grey’s with Alex and Cristina drinking at the Gala’s bar.

Grey's Anatomy 10.04 "Puttin' on the Ritz… by JustinChambersOnline