Lisa Edelstein not returning for Season 8 of 'House'

[Kairi]

TVLine dropped a bombshell on the "House" fan base today when Michael Ausiello reported that Lisa Edelstein has decided not to return for the show's eighth season. Edelstein's long-term contract expires this month.
In an interview with TVLine back in March, Edelstein expressed her hope for the show to return for Season 8, saying, "Nobody at work seems to think it won't [return]. Everybody wants to come to a deal, and I certainly am looking forward to a Season 8." Guess someone had a change of heart?

More: 'House' to feature less of regular cast
Season 8 is likely to be the final season of "House." Hugh Laurie, Olivia Wilde and Peter Jacobson are contracted for Season 8. Robert Sean Leonard and Omar Epps are also set to return. Jesse Spencer has yet to ink a deal.

 

[AZUCAR!]

I don't think the 8th (and possible last) season will be the same without Cuddy. Should be interesting to see who the producers will bring in to replace her.

 

[NotReallyaGoodUN]

As long as Laurie and Leonard are on board, I'll watch it.