Blue Bloods has been one of the most popular shows on CBS for nearly a decade. The crime drama’s gripping storylines and action-packed scenes have kept fans watching season after season. But it’s the star-studded Blue Bloods cast that makes the procedural such a hit.
Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Donnie Wahlberg, and Will Estes are the heart and soul of the fictional Reagan family. Their characters have been through so much together, supporting each other through career changes, heartbreak, and even death. (No, we’re still not over Linda’s accident.) Through it all, the Reagan clan always finds a way to gather around the same table for their famous Sunday dinners.
Blue Bloods is officially returning to CBS for another season, so it doesn’t look like the Reagans will stop fighting crime and breaking bread anytime soon. There’s going to be an extra seat at the Sunday dinner table when season 11 premieres. Joe Hill, the long-lost grandson of Frank Reagan, was introduced last season—but we still don’t know where he’ll fit within the Reagan hierarchy.
Get to know the actors who play your favorite TV family, along with the rest of the Blue Bloods cast, before the season 11 premiere.
CBSTom Selleck as Frank Reagan
Frank is the New York City Police Commissioner and de facto head of the Reagan clan. In real life, Tom is a longtime Hollywood heartthrob who’s best known for his Emmy Award-winning role on Magnum P.I. The actor has two children and has been married to his wife Jillie Mack for more than 30 years.
CBSWill Estes as Jamie Reagan
Jamie is Frank’s youngest son and is following in his father’s footsteps with his role as an NYPD Sergeant. He recently married his partner, Eddie, and the couple is considering starting a family. Before joining Blue Bloods, Will appeared in the NBC drama series American Dreams.
CBSDonnie Wahlberg as Danny Reagan
Danny is the oldest of the Reagan siblings and works as an NYPD Detective. His wife Linda died in a tragic helicopter accident, leaving him to care for their two sons. When he’s not fighting crime on television, Donnie can be found performing with his band, New Kids on the Block.
CBSBridget Moynahan as Erin Reagan
Erin is Frank’s only daughter. She works as the Bureau Chief in the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and, although she’s technically on the same side as her family, they don’t always see eye to eye about the law. In real life, Bridget is a loving mother to her son, Jack, who she shares with ex-Tom Brady.
CBSVanessa Ray as Eddie “Janko” Reagan
Eddie is an NYPD Officer who is known on the job as Janko—but at home, she is Mrs. Reagan. Will’s wife fits in well with the rest of the family, but her and Jamie’s relationship has been rocky since their wedding. Vanessa previously held roles on Pretty Little Liars, Suits, and As the World Turns.
CBSLen Cariou as Henry Reagan
Henry is a retired police commissioner and, as the father of Frank, he is the patriarch of the Reagan family. Len has worked in the entertainment industry for decades, but he’s best known for his Tony Award-winning role in Sweeney Todd.
CBSSami Gayle as Nicky Reagan-Boyle
Nicky is the only child of Erin and her ex-husband Jack Boyle. She was raised solely by her mother, so they have a very close relationship; Nicky even graduated from Erin’s alma mater, Columbia University. Sami began her acting career on Broadway before moving towards television and film after her breakout role in Vampire Academy.
CBSMarisa Ramirez as Maria Baez
Maria is an NYPD Detective and Danny’s partner on the job. The pair has known each other for years and have a close friendship, though fans are always rooting for something more. Marisa previously starred on shows like Bones, The Young and the Restless, and Body of Proof.
John Paul FiloWill Hochman as Joe Hill
There’s a new Reagan in town! It was revealed during the season 10 finale that Joe is the son of Frank’s own eldest son who was killed on duty—meaning that Frank is Joe’s grandfather. It will be interesting to see how he fits in! Before joining Blue Bloods, Will recently starred in films like Critical Thinking and Let Him Go.
