Selleck’s Blue Bloods Return Condition Officially Confirmed by Donnie Wahlberg: One Episode Must Stand Out
A return requires a special episode
Speaking to People, Donnie Wahlberg said bringing Tom Selleck back as Frank Reagan would require an unusually thoughtful episode. The story would need to meet a high standard before Selleck agreed to reprise the role.
Wahlberg said he believes Selleck would return if the episode were special enough. He emphasized that Selleck takes his work, the show’s legacy and Frank Reagan seriously.
Wahlberg hopes to reunite
Wahlberg also spoke about his relationship with his former co-star, saying he has learned a great deal from him. He expressed deep respect and affection for Selleck. Wahlberg said he misses Selleck and wants him to appear on Boston Blue at some point. The two actors previously played Danny and Frank Reagan, whose complicated father-son relationship was central to Blue Bloods.
Other familiar faces have appeared
Boston Blue has already featured several performers from Blue Bloods, including Bridget Moynahan, Will Hochman, Len Cariou, Marisa Ramirez, and twins Eleanor and Penelope Yataco. Will Estes was set to make his debut in early November.
The spin-off has received positive reviews from critics and holds an 82% Rotten Tomatoes score. Boston Blue airs Fridays at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and streams the following day on Paramount+.
Key points
- Wahlberg says Selleck’s return depends on creating an episode worthy of Frank Reagan and Blue Bloods.
- Wahlberg said Selleck takes the role and the series legacy seriously.
- Wahlberg hopes to work with Selleck again on Boston Blue.
- Several Blue Bloods actors have appeared on the spin-off, but Selleck has not yet returned.