As Blue Bloods prepares to wrap up its long and beloved run, fans are already turning their attention to Boston Blue — the upcoming spin-off series that could carry on the Reagan family legacy in a new way. And thanks to a cryptic but exciting comment from Donnie Wahlberg, it sounds like viewers may not have to say goodbye to some of their favorite faces just yet.
Wahlberg, who has played Detective Danny Reagan since the series debuted in 2010, recently stirred up buzz during an interview when he dropped a simple yet telling phrase: “Remember your roots.” The statement came in response to a question about whether Boston Blue would include any characters from the original Blue Bloods cast.
“Let’s just say fans of the original show might recognize a few people,” Wahlberg teased, flashing a knowing smile. “We always say family is everything. That doesn’t change — even in a new city.”
Though CBS has kept details about Boston Blue under wraps, the show is expected to shift the setting from New York to Boston — Wahlberg’s hometown — and follow a new generation of law enforcement officers while still honoring the themes of loyalty, justice, and family values that defined Blue Bloods.
Longtime fans have speculated that Boston Blue could serve as both a continuation and a soft reboot, with potential for legacy characters like Danny Reagan, Jamie Reagan (Will Estes), or even fan-favorite Eddie Janko (Vanessa Ray) to make guest appearances or recurring cameos.
Social media lit up after Wahlberg’s interview, with fans posting theories and hopes for who might return. “If Danny shows up in Boston, I’m all in,” one fan posted. Another added, “We NEED at least one Reagan family dinner scene in Boston Blue! It’s tradition!”
While there’s no official confirmation yet, Wahlberg’s words were clearly meant to ignite anticipation — and they’ve done just that.
As Blue Bloods draws to a close, it’s comforting to know the spirit of the Reagans may live on. Whether through familiar faces or familiar values, Boston Blue is shaping up to be a series that remembers where it came from — just like Wahlberg said.
