Get ready for a TV comeback that’s got fans on the edge of their seats! Donnie Wahlberg is back on the small screen, and this time, he’s bringing a whole new chapter to the beloved Blue Bloods universe. But here’s where it gets exciting: CBS just dropped Boston Blue, a spinoff that follows Donnie’s character as he navigates a fresh start in a new city, still grappling with the aftermath of a heart-wrenching family tragedy. And this is the part most people miss—Marisa Ramirez made a surprise cameo in the premiere, reprising her role as Detective Baez, adding a layer of nostalgia to the mix. When Blue Bloods wrapped its 14-season run in December 2024, fans were left with a burning question: Did Danny and Maria’s partnership finally blossom into something more? Especially after that pizza invitation in the final season—talk about leaving us hanging!
Donnie took to Instagram this week to tease the new series, captioning a sneak peek video with, ‘The next chapter. Here’s a peek at Boston Blue premiering Friday on CBS!’ Fans couldn’t contain their excitement, flooding the comments with messages like, ‘I’m here for all of it!’ and ‘Danny Reagan, you’ve been missed!’ It’s clear the love for this character hasn’t faded one bit.
In a candid interview with Country Living, Donnie opened up about the spinoff and reflected on his 14-year journey with Blue Bloods. Here’s where it gets controversial: He admitted, ‘I thought it was going to work from the moment I read the script. When we shot the pilot, Tom asked, ‘What do you think?’ and I said, ‘We’ll be here 10 years.’ In today’s TV landscape, that’s almost unheard of, but I never doubted its success.’ But is it fair to expect a show to last a decade in an era of streaming and short attention spans? Let’s discuss in the comments!
Donnie also shared how the role shaped him personally. ‘I learned to trust,’ he said. ‘Being on a procedural drama for that long, you have to approach it differently. I couldn’t take the work home every night. I’d show up, do my take, and move on.’ He even hinted that Boston Blue will show a more Donnie-like Danny, blending his personality with the character in this new world.
But here’s the emotional gut-punch: When asked about the cancellation of Blue Bloods, Donnie set the record straight. ‘I didn’t stop anything. I would’ve given up a lot to keep it going, but sometimes there are behind-the-scenes factors people don’t understand. Nobody loved *Blue Bloods more than me. For those who are sad to see it go, trust me, the cast and crew were devastated too.’*
And on a lighter note, Donnie’s wife, Jenny McCarthy, celebrated his 56th birthday with a ‘The Chit Show’ themed cake—because even TV icons deserve a little fun!
So, what do you think? Are you Team Boston Blue or still mourning the end of Blue Bloods? And do you believe Danny and Maria should’ve ended up together? Let’s debate it below!
