Ellen Pompeo
Definition
An American actress and producer, globally recognized for her long-standing leading role as Dr. Meredith Grey in the hit medical drama series 'Grey's Anatomy'.
A pop-culture icon synonymous with the evolution of network television drama and the longevity of prime-time acting careers.
Examples
I told my doctor I was worried about my health, but he just handed me the remote and suggested I binge-watch three seasons of Ellen Pompeo instead.
If staying in a hospital for twenty years meant having a paycheck as hefty as Ellen Pompeo's, I might actually stop complaining about the cafeteria food.
Much like Ellen Pompeo, my tolerance for dramatic situations has reached a point where I just stare at the ceiling and wait for a voiceover to explain the moral of the story.