Henry Ian Cusick Not Returning to Scandal

Henry Ian Cusick will be missing when Scandal begins its second season this fall. The former Lost star, plays charmer Stephen Finch on the D.C.-based political thriller.

Reportedly, the decision to not re-up was made by both the actor and showrunner Shonda Rhimes.

Rhimes is also showrunner for Private Practice, which recently announced the departure of original cast member Tim Daly.

In other Scandal news, recurring guest star Joshua Malina, who plays U.S. Attorney David Rosen, will be a series regular.

Via THR