Let me tell you something about the 'Blue Bloods' family. Donnie Wahlberg and the rest of the cast have nothing but admiration and respect for their former costar, the legendary Tom Selleck. According to a source who spoke exclusively to Closer, they’ve been staying in touch with Tom regularly, offering support and advice as he decides what’s next for him in this phase of his life.
Family Bonds That Last
Over the course of a decade working together, the 'Blue Bloods' crew formed an unbreakable bond. They weren’t just colleagues; they were a family. And that connection doesn’t fade just because the show came to an end. The source shared, “They were more than just a team; they were a family unit. That kind of connection doesn’t just disappear when the cameras stop rolling.”
A Decade-Long Journey Comes to an End
For 14 seasons, the 'Blue Bloods' team brought their stories of courage and integrity to our screens. But in late 2024, the show was unexpectedly canceled. Tom Selleck, now 80 years old, opened up about the emotional challenge of leaving behind the cast and crew he had grown to love. In an interview with Parade, just a week before the final episode aired on December 6, 2024, Tom expressed how much the 'Blue Bloods' family meant to him. “They’re all my pals. I miss them. It’s going to take a lot of getting used to,” he said, his voice heavy with emotion.
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The Final Goodbye
Tom spoke again about the bittersweet conclusion of the series in an interview with Entertainment Weekly on December 14, 2024, shortly after the finale aired. He explained, “The hardest part right now is realizing that this time of year, I’d usually be shooting episodes of 'Blue Bloods,' and I miss that.” What made this experience particularly difficult for Tom was the unique camaraderie he shared with the cast. He compared it to high school graduation, where everyone promises to stay in touch but life often gets in the way. “You say you do a movie, establish relationships, and then it’s over. That happens in movies, too,” Tom reflected.
As Closer previously reported, the relationship between Tom Selleck, the star of Magnum, P.I., and Donnie Wahlberg, 55, grew especially close over the years. Their off-screen friendship mirrored their on-screen father-son dynamic. Despite Donnie moving on to new projects and Tom considering retirement, they both promised to stay connected.
Staying Connected
Tom still talks to Donnie several times a week, along with co-star Bridget Moynahan. “They both respect him so much and love getting his advice on things,” the source said. “They’re also very protective of him; they worry about how he’s coping with this big change.” The cast celebrated Tom’s 80th birthday on January 29, with Donnie posting a heartfelt message: “Happy birthday Tom a.k.a. Dad,” alongside a photo of the two together.
A Place for Tom
The cast knows how meaningful working on 'Blue Bloods' was for Tom—not just for the paycheck, but for the sense of purpose it gave him. So, as soon as Donnie learned about the spin-off, he reached out to Tom. “He was one of the first people Donnie wanted to talk to,” the source explained. “Donnie let Tom know that there will always be a place for him in the spin-off if he wants to do walk-ons or cameos. It’s really up to Tom now. Donnie is a loyal guy, and having Tom come back is a no-brainer.”
