Former Grey’s Anatomy star reveals spouse of 39 years died 16 months ago

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6 Oct 2026 • 12:20 AM MYT
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Former Grey’s Anatomy star reveals spouse of 39 years died 16 months ago

  • Former Grey's Anatomy actor Isaiah Washington confirmed that his wife of 29 years, Jenisa Marie Garland, died 16 months ago after suffering a massive hemorrhagic stroke.
  • Garland collapsed suddenly on May 31 and passed away on June 9 after never recovering from the stroke.
  • Washington warned his Instagram followers to take severe headaches and migraines seriously and get brain scans if possible.
  • The couple married on Valentine's Day in 1996 after being introduced by comedian Reggie McFadden, who also recently passed away.
  • Washington, who portrayed Dr. Preston Burke on the hit medical drama before announcing his retirement from acting in 2023, shared three children with Garland.

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