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Blue Bloods is a police procedural drama that has been popular since its prime-time debut in 2010. The show centers around the Reagan family, a multigenerational clan closely connected to law enforcement, and blends intricate cases, family dynamics, and moral dilemmas.
Blue Bloods has become a fan favorite due to its realistic portrayal of law enforcement officers' struggles and their families' lives. The show attracts millions of viewers each week.
One of the surprising plot twists in the series occurred during the season 8 premiere when it was revealed that Linda Reagan, one of the lead characters, had died. Linda, the wife of Danny Reagan, was portrayed by Amy Carlson. She left the series after her contract expired following season 7. Subsequently, the writers killed her character in the show.
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Why did Amy Carlson decide to leave the show?
Amy Carlson departed Blue Bloods after choosing not to return for another season following season 7. In a 2018 interview with TV Line, Kevin Wade explained that Carlson's decision didn't leave the production much of a choice, as she hadn't talked to them before the end of the previous season.
Not having a scene in which to depict Linda's proper farewell, the writers merely chose to write her off-screen. Carlson has commented on her departure. The show faced various shocking remarks regarding how Linda's death was handled. While Carlson said she did not know how her character would be written off, she felt the abrupt and tragic ending did not do justice to Linda Reagan's legacy on the show.
Despite the controversy over Linda's departure, Carlson expressed her gratitude for the love and support from fans, who continue to celebrate her portrayal of Linda Reagan.
What did Amy Carlson say about Linda’s departure from Blue Bloods?
Amy Carlson has been candid about her feelings regarding Linda Reagan’s exit from Blue Bloods. In interviews following her departure, she expressed both gratitude for her time on the show and surprise at how her character was written off.
Carlson mentioned that she hadn’t been consulted about Linda’s on-screen fate and was unaware that the character would die in a helicopter crash. She admitted that if she had known, she might have advocated for a different ending that offered more closure to Linda’s storyline and fans.
In an interview with Deadline, Carlson expressed her views about Linda's death:
"I feel badly that she dies the way she dies. I did not know they would do that, I was surprised. I wouldn’t have done that."
Despite the abrupt conclusion, Carlson reflected on the meaningful impact of playing Linda, noting how viewers connected with the character’s warmth and resilience.
She further said:
"I could’ve shown the death. I guess It would’ve been nice for the fans to see her demise, to be a participant in it, and that was my vote for the fans."
Carlson’s departure highlighted the complexities of contract negotiations in television, where creative decisions can sometimes leave audiences yearning for more.
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What happened to Linda Reagan on Blue Bloods?
Linda Reagan's death was a shock to viewers in the season 8 premiere. The episode revealed that she had tragically died when her helicopter crashed while airlifting a patient as part of her job as an ER nurse. The incident is mentioned only briefly in a scene with Danny Reagan and his therapist, leaving fans to grapple with the sudden loss without seeing it unfold on-screen.
With time, more information began to come out regarding Linda's death. It was discovered in season 9 that the death was not an accident but resulted from some planned actions by a cartel.
The killer was identified as Jose Rojas, played by Danny Trejo. This twist gave more depth into Linda's death and a deeper emotional storyline to Danny as he tried to get back for his wife.
Blue Bloods season 14 is currently streaming on Prime Video.
