Yes, Lisa Edelstein, a.k.a. Dr. Cuddy on popular TV series House, is truly leaving.

House M.D.'s Lisa Edelstein will not be returning. She was known for her role as Dr. Cuddy on series "House" and will not be in the next season of the series, according to The Hollywood Reporter, citing sources close to production. Edelstein, the boss of the charismatic Dr. House (Hugh Laurie) from the start of the series, will not renew for the show's eighth season.