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The fifth season of Private Practice premiered on September 29 2011. It was announced on February 9 2011 that Audra McDonald who plays the character Naomi Bennett will not return as a regular cast member in the fifth season however she may return as a guest star or a recurring character.Following the departure of Audra McDonald it was announced on March 20 2011 that actor Benjamin Bratt will be added to the series as a regular cast member for the fifth season.