Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg Emotional Over CBS Cancellation During Final ‘Blue Bloods’ Season
Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg Emotional During Filming of Final ‘Blue Bloods’ Season
As the final season of “Blue Bloods” wraps up, stars Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg are reflecting on the emotional journey of filming. Wahlberg shared his thoughts during an appearance on SiriusXM’s “Andy Cohen Live,” recounting a poignant moment from his last day on set.
He was shooting scenes in the squad room, a space central to his character Danny Reagan. “Tom Selleck came in just to watch,” Wahlberg said, noting the significance of his presence. “When he shows up to say goodbye, it really hits you.”
Wahlberg described feeling overwhelmed while filming, particularly when he spotted Selleck in the back corner, visibly emotional. “He’s really tall, and he’s standing above everyone, watching with tears in his eyes. The waterworks turned on for me. I could literally cry just thinking about it.”
“Blue Bloods,” which premiered in 2010, has enjoyed a successful run for 14 seasons. The series finale is set to air in December, though an exact date has yet to be announced. Wahlberg expressed his gratitude for the experience, stating, “It wasn’t about sadness; it was about tremendous gratitude. Of course, everyone was crying. The last day was heartbreaking.”
In November 2023, CBS announced the cancellation of “Blue Bloods” after its 14-season run, a decision that has drawn criticism from the cast, including 79-year-old Selleck. Earlier this year, he revealed on “CBS Mornings” that losing the show could impact his ability to maintain his 63-acre ranch.
“Hopefully, I’ll keep working enough to hold onto the place,” he remarked, highlighting the financial implications of the show’s end. “If I stopped working, yeah. Am I set for life? Maybe not on a 63-acre ranch!”
Selleck has expressed frustration over the cancellation, hoping CBS would reconsider its decision. In a recent interview with “Town & Country,” he noted the show’s consistent success over the years. “During those last eight shows, I wanted to focus on the fact that ‘Blue Bloods’ is still wildly successful,” he explained.
He also conveyed his disbelief at the network’s choice, emphasizing the show’s strong performance. “If you told a network you had a show that guaranteed Friday night wins for 15 years, it would be hard to believe,” he said. “My frustration is that the show was always taken for granted, even though it performed exceptionally from the start.”
