ELLEN POMPEO - GREY'S ANATOMY CAST GET $200,000 BONUS

The principal cast members of GREY'S ANATOMY are celebrating after each being given a $200,000 (GBP112,000) bonus following the phenomenal success of the TV show's second series. Actors including ELLEN POMPEO, SANDRA OH, PATRICK DEMPSEY and KATE WALSH have reportedly received the surprise financial gift from Touchstone TV. However, Touchstone insiders also believe the cast is likely to push for a large salary increase before shooting begins on a third series.