The beloved series Blue Bloods is coming to an unexpected end, leaving both fans and cast members in disbelief. The Reagan family, led by Tom Selleck and Donnie Wahlberg, has become a staple in homes across America. The passionate pleas from the cast for more episodes highlight their dedication to the show.
Tom Selleck, with his iconic mustache and gravitas, shared his frustration: "We’re still telling good stories. The fans deserve more." Donnie Wahlberg echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the show's importance to its loyal viewers.
Amy Reisenbach, the President of CBS Entertainment, faced a tough audience during a recent Deadline panel. Asked to justify the decision to cancel Blue Bloods, she admitted it was a painful process. "I’m a big fan of TV first," she began, clearly empathizing with the fans. "We toss and turn and have sleepless nights and endless discussions."
Reisenbach explained that the decision boiled down to numbers.
Despite the show's popularity, it was not considered a sustainable source of long-term profitability. "We look at all of the numbers. We look at what our projections are for the future," she added, hinting at the financial constraints that come with a long-running series.
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