Blue Bloods Stars Donnie Wahlberg and Bridget Moynahan Share Emotional Thoughts on Show’s Ending
Blue Bloods Stars Donnie Wahlberg and Bridget Moynahan Share Emotional Thoughts on Show’s Ending
Blue Bloods actors Donnie Wahlberg and Bridget Monahan are bidding a bittersweet farewell to the CBS drama series. During a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, Wahlberg and Monahan shared a clip from the 14th and final season currently airing, showcasing the Reagan family gathering for their traditional Sunday dinner.
Barrymore inquired about their emotions as the series draws to a close. “I think everybody’s really upset and sad but so happy and satiated,” she asked. “More upset and sad,” Wahlberg responded. When co-host Ross Matthews asked about the experience of bidding farewell to the characters, Monahan shared, “I think it’s more saying goodbye to the people behind the characters. We’ve created such a family on set with each other and the crew. Most of the crew’s been with us for 14 years, so we’ve been through a lot of weddings, births, deaths, and everything. We’ve been through it all with each other.”
In November, Deadline reported that Blue Bloods would conclude with an 18-episode Season 14, split into two parts, with 10 episodes airing this spring and eight in the fall. Despite efforts from several cast members, including star executive producer Tom Selleck, to extend the show’s run, CBS is sticking to the plan for an eight-episode final installment. Selleck expressed uncertainty about the reported eight-episode wind-down, telling USA Today, “We’ll see.” He emphasized his love for the show and willingness to do what’s best for the situation; however, he hinted at potential conflict with CBS’s plans.
In November, Deadline reported that the acclaimed CBS drama series “Blue Bloods” would draw to a close with an 18-episode Season 14, divided into two parts. The first part would consist of 10 episodes airing in the spring, followed by eight episodes in the fall. Despite efforts from various cast members, notably star executive producer Tom Selleck, to prolong the show’s tenure, CBS remained firm on concluding it with an eight-episode final installment.
Selleck expressed his uncertainty regarding the reported eight-episode wind-down in an interview with USA Today, stating, “We’ll see.” While reaffirming his love for the show and his willingness to do what’s best for the situation, he hinted at potential conflicts with CBS’s plans.
Sources suggest that CBS is adhering to the eight-episode final installment, which is being meticulously crafted as a conclusive chapter for the long-running drama produced by CBS Studios. “Blue Bloods” boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Selleck, Donnie Wahlberg, Bridget Monahan, Will Estes, Len Cariou, Marisa Ramirez, and Vanessa Ray. Additionally, Wade serves as executive producer alongside showrunner Kevin Wade, Ian Beerman, and Dan Truly.
Blue Bloods actors Donnie Wahlberg and Bridget Monahan are bidding a bittersweet farewell to the CBS drama series. During a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, Wahlberg and Monahan shared a clip from the 14th and final season currently airing, showcasing the Reagan family gathering for their traditional Sunday dinner.
Barrymore inquired about their emotions as the series draws to a close. “I think everybody’s really upset and sad but so happy and satiated,” she asked. “More upset and sad,” Wahlberg responded. When co-host Ross Matthews asked about the experience of bidding farewell to the characters, Monahan shared, “I think it’s more saying goodbye to the people behind the characters. We’ve created such a family on set with each other and the crew. Most of the crew’s been with us for 14 years, so we’ve been through a lot of weddings, births, deaths, and everything. We’ve been through it all with each other.”
