Donnie Wahlberg and Bridget Moynahan, who portrayed Danny and Erin Reagan on the long-running police drama ‘Blue Bloods,’ are grappling with the emotions of their impending departure from the show. During a recent appearance on ‘The Drew Barrymore Show,’ the actors shared their feelings about leaving the beloved characters and the family they have built on set.
Wahlberg expressed his sadness with a tinge of humor, saying, ‘More upset and sad,’ while Moynahan delved deeper into the emotional toll of the departure. ‘I think it’s more saying goodbye to the people behind the characters,’ she explained.
Reflecting on their journey on ‘Blue Bloods,’ Moynahan highlighted the close bonds formed between the cast and crew. ‘We’ve created such a family on set with each other and the crew – most of the crew’s been with us for 14 years, so we’ve been through a lot of wedding, births, deaths and everything,’ she said.
The strong bond between Wahlberg and Moynahan was evident as Moynahan referred to her on-screen brother as her ‘biggest supporter.’ The emotional weight of their departure was palpable during a clip from the show’s final season, featuring the Reagans teasing each other at their traditional dinner table. Host Drew Barrymore remarked on their undeniable on-screen chemistry.
Currently, the first half of the final season of ‘Blue Bloods’ is airing on CBS. Fans eagerly await the conclusion of Danny and Erin Reagan’s journey and the emotional farewell to this captivating family drama.
