Dr. Preston Burke was a fictional character on the ABC hit television show Grey's Anatomy. Actor Isaiah Washington (who portrays Burke on the show) was fired in June of 2007 for controversial behavior and was subsequently written off the show.
Actor Information
- Birth name: Isaiah Washington IV
- Birth date: August 3, 1963
- Birthplace: Houston, Texas
- Spouse: Jenisa Marie Washington(1999 - present)
- Awards: Image Award, Screen Actors Guild Award
- Notable projects: Ghost Ship, Clockers, Exit Wounds
Character Quotes
- "You dragged me across the line. You made us a team. You told Shepherd I was fine. You said nobody has to know. I was out there on my own. You made us a team.
- "I know you. You don't want to move but I can't always be the one that takes a step. Any more steps and I'm walking away."
- "This is a men's room. Either whip one out, or leave."
- "I am Preston Burke. I am a widely renowned cardio-thoracic surgeon. I am a professional and moreover I am a good, kind person. I am a person that cleans up after himself. I am a great cook. And you? You are an unbelievable slob. A slovenly, angry intern. I am Preston Burke. And you... are the most competitive, guarded, stubborn... the most challenging person I have ever met. And I love you. Why the hell won't you just let me?"
Preston Burke Actor
- See Mahalo's Guide to Isaiah Washington
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Preston Burke Family and Relationships
Preston Burke Family Members
Jane Burke (Mother)
Donald Burke (Father)
Preston Burke Romantic Interests
- Cristina Yang: Mahalo's Guide | ABC | Wikipedia