Fans of Blue Bloods are likely invested in the dynamic between Erin Reagan and Anthony Abetemarco, portrayed by Bridget Moynahan and Steve Schirripa. Their close bond has even earned Anthony a coveted spot at the Reagan family dinner table by the end of Season 12—an honor few characters achieve.
While Moynahan has been a staple of the show since its start, Schirripa joined in Season 6 and quickly built a strong rapport with her. In an exclusive interview with Looper, he shared, “I love working with her. I know when I go in to work with her, it’s going to be a good day.”
With fans speculating about a potential romance between Erin and Anthony, Schirripa had some thoughts. He doesn’t see it happening. “First of all, Erin is out of his league,” he said. “Secondly, it would ruin the chemistry. What would they do—go on dates and move in together? Then what? They wouldn’t work together anymore, and we’d lose the whole dynamic. So I really don’t see it happening, and I don’t think it should. From a storyline perspective, it’s not a great idea.”
While the show successfully developed a romantic relationship between Jamie Reagan (Will Estes) and Eddie Janko (Vanessa Ray), Schirripa feels Erin and Anthony’s relationship is different. “With Will and Vanessa, it made sense—they were partners,” he explained. “But Erin is the boss. Anthony works for her and protects her. He comes from a different world, while she’s on a whole other level. Their connection is what makes it special.”
