Tom Selleck's love for 'Blue Bloods' has been unwavering since day one, and it's that passion that drove him to take action when he felt the show was heading in the wrong direction during its early days. Fans of the long-running series might not realize just how close the show came to veering off course. Thankfully, Tom stepped up to ensure 'Blue Bloods' stayed true to its roots.
How Tom Selleck Kept 'Blue Bloods' True to Its Original Vision
In the November 29 special, Blue Bloods: Celebrating a Family Legacy, Tom, now 79, revealed that he wasn't entirely satisfied with the direction 'Blue Bloods' was taking during its first season. The tone had shifted, and the show had become more procedural, losing some of the warmth and family focus that made the pilot episode so compelling. Rather than sit back and let things unfold, Tom decided to take charge.
Tom gathered the cast and laid out his concerns. "Look, you can stay out of this. I’m going to have to have broad enough shoulders for this," he explained. "But if you agree with me that you like the pilot and not the way the show was beginning, then I’m going to see what I can do." His commitment to preserving the integrity of 'Blue Bloods' was clear from the start.
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Tom Selleck's Bold Move to Protect the Show
Tom took his concerns to the network and his agent, making it clear that the show wasn't aligning with his vision. He wasn't issuing threats, but rather approaching the situation with professionalism and determination. "We were on episode 2 and I said, 'Look, I don’t think I belong on this show if that’s what they’re going to do,'" he recalled. His approach worked, and the show found its way back to its original tone and style.
Thanks to Tom's intervention, 'Blue Bloods' stayed true to its essence, focusing on the Reagan family's dynamics and the bond they shared. The series went on to enjoy 14 successful seasons, all thanks to Tom's leadership and dedication to the show's core values.
Cast Members Reflect on Tom's Leadership
Bridget Moynahan, who plays Erin Reagan, praised Tom for his ability to bring the cast together. "He rallied us and included us, which was great because it showed that he cared that we were all in this together," she said. "It just brought us together and tighter as a family." Tom's actions created a strong sense of camaraderie among the cast, helping to sustain the show's success over the years.
Donnie Wahlberg echoed similar sentiments about Tom's influence. "What we all gravitated towards was the connection between the family, and that connection had to be protected," he shared. "He used his experience and his influence to ensure that we could protect the integrity of the show that we all signed up for."
Tom Selleck's Legacy as Frank Reagan
As New York City Police Commissioner Frank Reagan, Tom captivated audiences by keeping the family at the heart of 'Blue Bloods.' Despite the show's success in the Friday night CBS lineup for over a decade, Tom admitted he was sad to see it come to an end. "A lot of people thought, 'God, they put them on at 10:00 Friday night, that’s a death spot,' and it turned out that if we built it, they came, and that was a big surprise for everybody," he told viewers. The show's dominance on Friday nights for 14 years speaks volumes about its appeal.
With only two episodes left in season 14, fans who watched the special got a sneak peek at the series finale. It seems Danny and Henry Reagan will have a heartfelt conversation about his future in the NYPD, offering a fitting conclusion to the beloved series.
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