After the shocking Private Practice season finale, fans are left worried about Violet's fate. Is the lovably neurotic shrink really going to be killed on the floor?

Amy Brenneman offers some reassurance, saying:

"The way the season went out, I know it does not seem that I'm OK, [but] as far as I know, I have a job next year. I know that much."

That's good, right?

Oh, and what about Charlotte, who just got canned? Brenneman commented on that as well:

"As far as I know, both Violet and Charlotte will return," though she hinted that things aren't quite over for Violet and Cooper, romantically.

"That's the eternal love, let's be honest," she said. "So yeah, don't give up hope."

Elsewhere in Shonda-land, Josh Hopkins was a welcome addition to the cast as Addison's married love interest Noah. Can we expect to see sparks flying next fall?

The official word from ABC is that "Josh is part of our pilot, Cougar Town, costarring Courteney Cox Arquette" - so it will all hinge on whether that gets picked up.

However, if ABC were to nix Cougar Town, it's likely Josh will be back at least in a recurring role. Chemistry and fan interest in Noah and Addy are palpable.

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