While Tom Selleck’s role as Frank Reagan will be sorely missed in Boston Blue, there will be an equally excellent patriarch taking his place. According to Deadline, Boston Blue will star Ernie Hudson as Reverend Peters, a Baptist church pastor. Peters will not only be a valued member of the community in Boston, but he will also be the father of Danny’s new Boston partner, Detective Lena Silver, played by Sonequa Martin-Green. Moreover, Peters will be the head of a major and well-respected family in Boston, much like the Reagan family’s position in Blue Bloods.
While not much else has been revealed about Hudson’s Boston Blue character, the fact that Peters is described as a patriarch implies he will have a major role in the series’ storylines.
Also revealed by Deadline, Peters’ personality is described as warm and welcoming. Although he is a Baptist church pastor, he is also very understanding of other faiths and traditions, which makes him the perfect addition to Boston Blue as a kind-hearted man. While not much else has been revealed about Hudson’s Boston Blue character, the fact that Peters is described as a patriarch implies he will have a major role in the series’ storylines.
Why Ernie Hudson’s Reverend Peters Is The Perfect Replacement For Frank Raegan In Boston Blue
Peters Can Offer A Fresh Perspective
While it can be difficult to imagine anyone replacing Tom Selleck’s legacy as Frank Reagan in Blue Bloods, Ernie Hudson is the perfect person for the job. For one thing, Hudson is similarly legendary as an actor, as Selleck and Hudson both made their debut to stardom in the 1980s. Thus, Hudson is considered an elder statesman of the entertainment industry, as is Selleck, and he brings a similar gravitas and wisdom to his roles. When Frank Reagan spoke, people listened, and it’s likely to be the same for Hudson’s reverend in Boston Blue; both the character and the actor carry weight when they’re on screen.
Secondly, Hudson’s experience and role as a Black man offers the spinoff a different perspective when it comes to policing. Blue Bloods was a predominantly white show, centering on an Irish-American, Catholic family, which necessarily brought a specific culture to the series. In contrast, Boston Blue will feature a Black family at its center, bringing different perspectives and cultural storylines to the world of law enforcement, making it a refreshing change from Blue Bloods’ focus.
Where You Know Ernie Hudson From: Movies & TV Show
Hudson Has Been In A Wide Range Of Shows And Movies
Hudson’s impressive career has spanned five decades across movies and television. He is arguably most recognized for his role as Winston Zeddmore in Ghostbusters and its sequel, Ghostbusters II. He continued to appear in the Ghostbusters franchise as a voice actor or in a minor role. Other film roles for which Hudson is recognized include The Crow, Miss Congeniality, and The Basketball Diaries, to name just a few.
On the TV side of things, Hudson has built an impressive resume in sitcoms and procedurals, such as Modern Family and Law & Order. More recently, he has been a main character in The Family Business and the Quantum Leap reboot. He’s also shown his gritty procedural chops prior to Boston Blue while playing former LAPD officer Joseph Vaughn in L.A. Finest. His career and his notable screen presence make him not only a highly recognizable name in Hollywood but also the perfect casting choice for Blue Bloods’ spinoff.
