Len Cariou, the beloved actor who brought the witty and comforting Henry Reagan to life in the Blue Bloods franchise, has shared an emotional alternate ending for his character. Fans of the show know Len as the patriarch of the Reagan family, and his connection to the series is deeply personal. With the show concluding after season 14, Len took the opportunity to craft a memorable send-off for his character that might just bring a smile to your face.
Len’s Vision for Henry Reagan’s Farewell
In a candid conversation with Entertainment Weekly, Len revealed his heartfelt vision for Henry Reagan's final moments. "Frank had promised me that I would get to the Vatican and meet the Pope," Len shared, his voice filled with a mix of nostalgia and hope. "My ending would be to fulfill that promise." This alternate conclusion paints a picture of Henry's lifelong journey culminating in a spiritual and personal triumph, offering fans a sense of closure and joy.
A Surprising Show Cancellation
Len, now 85 years young, expressed his bewilderment over CBS's decision to cancel Blue Bloods despite its consistently strong ratings. "It’s too bad. Doesn’t make any sense. We’re still, I think, the best-watched show on Friday nights, even though we’re canceled," he told TV Insider in an earlier interview. Len’s confusion echoes the sentiment of countless fans who have followed the Reagan family's story for over a decade.
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Cherished Memories from the Set
Despite the disappointment, Len remains grateful for the incredible memories he’s accumulated over the years. "It’s almost impossible to pick one, but some of my most treasured moments were the one-on-one scenes that we would have outside of the dinner table in the house with the kids and with Frank," Len reminisced in an interview with Entertainment Weekly. These intimate scenes, where characters sought advice or engaged in deep conversations, showcased the family dynamics that made Blue Bloods so special.
What Len Will Miss Most
Len candidly shared what he’ll miss most about working on Blue Bloods. "Well, of course I’ll miss the moments with Tom, Donnie, Will, Andrew, Bridget, and Vanessa," he said, referring to his fellow cast members. "But I think the other thing that I’ll miss will be the writers and Kevin Wade and Santiago Quinones — those people that I saw every week for the last 14 years and I don’t see them anymore." Len’s heartfelt words reflect the close-knit community that formed behind the scenes, making the show's end all the more bittersweet.
Alternate Endings from Other Cast Members
Other Blue Bloods actors have also shared their creative ideas for alternate endings. Marisa Ramirez, who plays Maria Baez, envisions a fun and adventurous spin-off. "Maybe Baez decides she really wants to be a guidance counselor at a school in California, but it ends up being a school of misfits and she needs Danny’s help," she joked. "Or Danny, Baez, Jamie, and Eddie decide to go on an island vacation, but they run into trouble there and decide to stay on the island for a bit. So many ways to spin this series off into the sunset but still keep it around." Her ideas highlight the cast's playful camaraderie and creativity.
Robert Clohessy, known for his role as Sid Gormley, took a different approach with a dramatic and humorous twist. "A psycho shoots at the commissioner, I jump in front of him and take five bullets! I save my boss! Erin comes running over and cries out ‘SID!,’ kneels down beside me and tells me she always loved me, I faint and I wake up and I’m at family dinner!" he exclaimed. "Serving up real Irish stew! And it suddenly dawns on them all that I’m the only Irish-Catholic person born and raised in NYC on the show, and they break the fourth wall and thank me for my service." Robert's vision combines action, emotion, and a touch of comedy, capturing the essence of Blue Bloods.
