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TVLine reported that the actress is set to return to the show for two episodes in season 5 that is expected to air later this spring. No other details were shared regarding his return.
The Good Doctor – Antonia Thomas’ Debut On The Good Doctor
Thomas debuted on The Good Doctor as Dr. Claire Brown, a surgical resident, together with Shaun Murphy (Freddie Highmore) and later becomes the latter’s close friend and advisor. She was romantically linked to Dr. Jared Kalu (Chuku Modu) and Dr. Neil Melendez (Nicholas Gonzales), who was killed off during the season 3 finale. Before season 4 ended, Claire decided to remain in Guatemala instead of returning to the U.S, which paved the way for Thomas’ exit from the show.
The Good Doctor – Antonia Thomas’ Exit From The Good Doctor
Dr. Brown spent four years on St. Bonaventure before she decided to leave. Thomas confirmed her exit back in June 2021, before the finale of season 4.
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“I think, ultimately, for me, it’s about coming to the point where I think we’ve really run the gamut of different things that Claire can have gone through,” Thomas said in an interview with Deadline.
The actress shared her excitement over finally being able to “explore different creative opportunities.”
Thomas also said that she’s open to returning to The Good Doctor, and fans will surely be delighted to know that she’ll be returning soon, even if it’s just for two episodes.
The Good Doctor – Exec Opens Up About Antonia Thomas’ Exit
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The Good Doctor showrunner David Shore said in an interview with EW that they put characters through a lot of things over the past few years. He added that they’ve gone through a lot of sad endings but he also wanted to emphasize that it’s also the start of something new.
He wanted Thomas’ exit to be “hopeful and positive.” Shore explained Thomas’ decision to leave the show was sad for everybody. But it was a “good place” for her and they “all felt good about it” and they respect her choice. Shore lauded Thomas’ impeccable performance in the show and he wanted to give her a good sendoff that she’ll be happy about.
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