What’s her charm? Why Fans Believe Abigail Baker Is ‘Blue Bloods’ Second Most Iconic Character
What’s her charm? —— Why Fans Believe Abigail Baker Is ‘Blue Bloods’ Second Most Iconic Character
“Blue Bloods” star Abigail Hawk has portrayed Detective Abby Baker since her debut in Season 1, Episode 2, “Samaritan.” Abby assists her boss, New York City Commissioner Frank Reagan (Tom Selleck), in managing the daily responsibilities of his office. Over the years, Frank and Abby’s rapport has evolved significantly. Besides having a strong working relationship, the commissioner and his confidant share a unique way of communicating without uttering a single word: their jaw-dropping facial expressions. Fans believe Abby’s stare is the second-most iconic on the CBS police procedural, right after Frank’s.
Abby’s facial expressions might not quite match the commissioner’s, but they have developed a hilarious shorthand that requires no words — their eyes tell the whole story. Reddit user u/JardinSurLeToit commented, “I watched early episodes through S5 and only in the last few weeks started binging early episodes through S6-S9. I die laughing every time the secretary/gatekeeper/detective/counselor Baker shoots him a dramatic look as the door to the office closes. Maybe I’m a nut, but it cracks me up! Just wondering.”
u/maybsminnie responded, “Lmfao!!! I loved it too! I saw a post on here where someone said they should make a reel of just her stares as the door closes. Brilliant!” While Baker’s steely stares may not have the Medusa-like power of her boss, her facial expressions always convey so much.
Abby’s stare isn’t quite as jaw-dropping as Frank’s
“Blue Bloods” character Abby Baker’s iconic stare can come across as deliciously Jerry Seinfeld-esque when she shoots someone a much-deserved look, even if it is behind their back. While it doesn’t carry the same weight or impact as Commissioner Reagan’s (Selleck) facial expressions, both Frank and his assistant are capable of staring anyone into submission. Plus, you can almost always count on a much-needed moment of levity during the crime drama when Abby does her thing.
“Does anyone else laugh their heads off when they get that door-closing glare from Baker when someone leaves the Commissioner’s office?” u/JardinSurLeToit posed the question in a Reddit post. “Agreed, I love Baker’s looks!” u/1Trailwatcher commented. “Iconic Baker XD,” added u/BMallory413.
However, Baker will always take the silver medal when it comes to comparing her stares to those wielded by her boss. “It’s the second-most famous facial expression in this show after Frank Reagan’s concerned look,” argued u/High-Time-Cymbaline. “Pursing his lips and breathing in at the end of a scene. You know the Commish’s got some serious dilemma on his hands.” With any luck, Abby will light up the internet with a much-needed, watercooler-worthy stare before or during the Season 13 finale on May 19.
“Does anyone else laugh their heads off when they get that door-closing glare from Baker when someone leaves the Commissioner’s office?” u/JardinSurLeToit posed the question in a Reddit post. “Agreed, I love Baker’s looks!” u/1Trailwatcher commented. “Iconic Baker XD,” added u/BMallory413.
However, Baker will always take the silver medal when it comes to comparing her stares to those wielded by her boss. “It’s the second-most famous facial expression in this show after Frank Reagan’s concerned look,” argued u/High-Time-Cymbaline. “Pursing his lips and breathing in at the end of a scene. You know the Commish’s got some serious dilemma on his hands.” With any luck, Abby will light up the internet with a much-needed, watercooler-worthy stare before or during the Season 13 finale on May 19.
