In the season five premiere of , fans were met with a surprising twist: Mei Lin, portrayed by Stephanie Hsu, is written out of the show. Mei, who had become a fan favorite, was last seen in the season four finale engaged to Joel Maisel, played by Michael Zegen. The departure of such a beloved character left many wondering what led to this abrupt exit.

Rachel Brosnahan and Michael Zegen addressed the situation in an interview, shedding light on Hsu's exit.

According to Zegen, the primary reason for Mei's departure was scheduling conflicts. Hsu’s rising star was evident in her role in the Oscar-winning film , her part in Marvel’s , and the upcoming comedy . With such high-profile projects demanding her attention, it was inevitable that would have to write Mei out earlier than planned.

Despite the necessity of this change, Zegen expressed his admiration for Hsu, stating, "She was amazing, and I certainly missed working with her.

” Brosnahan echoed this sentiment, noting, “We miss her so much.” Their heartfelt comments underline the impact Hsu had on the show and its cast.

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