Greys Anatomy is one of the longest-running shows on television and for good reason. The show has a great reputation and a huge fan base, and each week, millions of people tune in to see what will happen next with their favorite characters.

According to Bustle, the show wasnt even meant to last as long as it has so far, but it took off so well that no one ever looked back. We are so glad that this is the case, given the fact that Greys Anatomy has brought us so many hours of enjoyment.

Fans never get tired of watching and re-watching their favorite show, and it is really no secret that there is always something exciting going on. Whether it be one of the steamy hookups or even the tragic death of a character, the show keeps viewers on the edge of their seats and shows no signs of going anywhere anytime soon.

With so many twists and turns, there is always some sort of speculation as to why certain things happened the way that they did. Here is the heartbreaking reason why Bailey failed as chief of surgery.

For those who may not be familiar with the character of Miranda Bailey, we will delve into the role just a little. According to ABC, Bailey, who is portrayed by actress Chandra Wilson, is a key figure at the hospital, a mother who is devoted to her son, and a character with sharp comebacks and a strong presence.

Previously married to Tucker Jones, Bailey is divorced, and she has had several significant relationships on the show, including Nurse Eli and Doctor Ben Warren, whom she eventually married. It is pretty safe to say that Bailey is a fan favorite, with so many people supporting what she does and taking a great interest in the things that happen in her life.

It was in season 12 of the hit show that Bailey became the chief of surgery, and she gave it all she had from the very beginning. As the first female at the hospital to hold the position, she actually made history of sorts, and we can only imagine how proud she was. As fans know, Bailey was quite shy and reserved during her internship at the hospital, finally coming out of her shell as her career progressed. She landed the position only after Owen Hunt resigned, and was considered for his job.

At first, it looked like the other candidate for the position, Tracy McConnell, would end up being appointed, but the board members voted and decided that Bailey would be the best choice for chief of surgery at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital.

In a perfect world, Bailey would have been able to hold the position for as long as she wished, however, this was sadly not the case. So, what is the heartbreaking reason as to why she failed?

According to Reddit, she just wasnt ready for all of the responsibility, and although fans feel that she is an absolutely wonderful person, they felt that her emotions got in the way and didnt allow her to accomplish all that she should.

The good news is that many feel that Bailey has plenty of time to grow into the position as chief of surgery, and while she shouldnt have been offered the job at the time that she was, it doesnt mean that all hope is lost. Will Bailey ever return to the high-profile position? That remains to be seen.

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