Esme Sorento

Esme Sorento was an elderly patient of Miranda Bailey and Meredith Grey. She was admitted to Seattle Grace Hospital by her husband Jed as she had been unable to keep any food down for an entire day. An initial diagnosis of Cholecystitis (inflamed Gallbladder) was made and she was brought into the OR for a Cholecystectomy. Once inside Bailey and Grey saw that she had a 'porcelain gallbladder', which is a sign of Gallbladder Cancer. Pathology confirmed that Esme had advanced Gallbladder cancer and with treatment had between 4 and 6 months to live. Upon hearing the diagnosis, Jed told Grey and Bailey not to tell Esme as she was so happy. However Grey later told Esme who informed her not to tell Jed as they are both looking forward to a trip to Venice at the end of the month where they plan to ride a gondola under the 'Bridge of Sighs' which according to popular belief will unite a couple forever. Esme is later seen leaving the hospital with Jed.

Personality: Esme was a friendly and positive person, who loved her husband very much. Upon hearing that she is dying she took the news in a highly contented manner and strongly defended her decision not to tell her husband (despite him already knowing) as they had a good future together. She expresses her determination to go to Venice.

Trivia: She and her husband have been married for over 60 years