Towards the end of the latest mid-season finale of Greys Anatomy, Richard Flood makes a handsome first impression in a frosty exchange with series heroine Meredith Grey, played by Ellen Pompeo. Following a conflict over medical ethics, with overtones of lusty soap opera foreplay, Floods dashing surgeon reveals the tragic loss of his wife. Right on cue, a nickname was born. McWidow was soon trending on Twitter.

It sounds a bit miserable, doesnt it? the Dubliner playfully offers, gulping on a morning coffee. I mean, you had McDreamy, you had McSteamy. And I get McWidow, the miserable one. My mates think its hilarious.

The power of the Greys Anatomy Mc label is no laughing matter, though. Just ask Patrick Dempsey, who scored leading roles in

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Grey's Anatomy star Richard Flood on becoming Dr McWidow - The Times