He committed the ultimate betrayal that left his co-star ‘livid’. But Donnie Wahlberg might have won Tom Selleck back… with huge Blue Bloods twist

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For several decades, Donnie Wahlberg portrayed a detective character on-screen, serving under the command of his NYC police commissioner father, who was played by Tom Selleck.

But off screen, Wahlberg seemingly committed the ultimate betrayal against his costar.

Shortly following CBS’ cancellation of beloved series Blue Bloods, Wahlberg announced his plans to star as the lead in a spin-off, distinct from the original series, with Selleck not included. He further confirmed that this new show, named Boston Blue, would be broadcast in the same time slot as its predecessor.

Seven months on, Selleck’s initial dismay is still palpable. However, confidants have revealed to the Daily Mail that it was never a matter of animosity. In fact, Whalberg, aged 55, and Selleck, at 80, are not just in communication, but Selleck has been extended an invitation to reprise his character again.

According to our source, Tom indeed expressed his disappointment upon the conclusion of the show, as he was quite fond of it. However, there’s no hard feelings. In fact, Donnie has recently reached out about a potential collaboration, which Tom is interested in. Yet, as of now, there are no imminent plans for Tom to make an appearance.

Previously, sources revealed to The Daily Mail that Selleck had strong feelings about the cancelation of Blue Bloods, to the point where he was contemplating a lawsuit against CBS, alleging age discrimination.

He openly expressed his discontent about the cancellation, consistently stating during interviews that the highly popular show maintained impressive viewership numbers, making its termination unnecessary.

Despite everything, the series managed to attract over 9 million viewers during its 2022-2023 run. The final episode, broadcasted on December 13 of last year, even set a new record with 6.68 million live+same-day viewers for the cop family drama, marking a season peak.

Each Friday evening, millions adored the series Blue Bloods, which centered around the closely bonded Reagan family, several of whom were involved with the NYPD. The eldest son, Danny (Wahlberg), served as a detective in the NYPD, while the youngest son, Jamie (Will Estes), held the rank of sergeant. Erin (Bridget Moynahan), one of Reagan’s daughters, was an assistant district attorney for the city.

In late November 2023, when CBS made the announcement of canceling a show, its fans were left in a state of shock. Online petitions emerged across social media platforms pleading to keep the series alive, while viewers rallied behind the hashtag movement, ‘#SaveBlueBloods’.

Groups on Facebook that focus on the show continue to urge Selleck to become part of Boston Blue, which is set to debut on October 17.

It seems their demonstrations were successful, as a second source verifies that the plan is underway to recruit Selleck, who is currently involved with an “Untitled Jesse Stone Project” on the Hallmark Channel, to join them.

According to reports, Donnie communicated to Tom that he’s hoped for Tom’s potential comeback. However, no agreement has been reached yet. But there’s a strong possibility that Tom might work out a return at some point in the future. And if he does, it’s said that he would be warmly welcomed back, with Donnie himself expressing this sentiment to him.

‘We have not seen the last of him in the Blue Bloods world.’

Moynahan, aged 54, is set to make a notable appearance in the premiere episode. On the other hand, Wahlberg has been playfully hinting about the future of his crime-fighting family for quite some time now.

Back in March, when CBS unveiled a sneak peek, Will Hochman, portraying Joe Hill across five seasons, responded with, “I’m filling up the Chevelle right now,” following Wahlberg’s invitation for viewers to “drop by and see your uncle on screen!

Additionally, there were indications that Marisa Ramirez might reappear in the show. Her character, Detective Maria Baez, shared a complex relationship with Danny, often leaving viewers wondering if their feelings for each other would develop further. The final episode ended with him inviting her out on a date.

A fan inquired, ‘So it seems that Danny didn’t get together with Baez then?’ To which Wahlberg responded, ‘Perhaps, time will tell.’

To the fan who expressed their desire for the whole family to appear again, Wahlberg replied with a wink emoji and suggested, “Keep watching.

In response to the critique suggesting that Danny would always stay with his family, Whalberg countered, “Who indicated that he isn’t?

Original: Another wrote, “I am going to miss those Sunday dinners. It was a big part of Blue Bloods!!!” Wahlberg responded with one red and one blue heart emoji and wrote, “Let’s see what happens.”

The person said, “I will really miss our Sunday meals. They were significant in the show Blue Bloods.” Wahlberg replied with both a red and blue heart symbol and said, “We’ll have to wait and find out what occurs next.

However, Wahlberg, who will additionally serve as an executive producer, reportedly shows caution in reuniting the original cast immediately, preferring instead for Boston Blue to build its own identity first.

In their fresh role, the actor will be prominently featured within the Boston Police Department, partnering with Detective Lena Silver – portrayed by Sonequa Martin-Green, who hails from a highly esteemed law enforcement lineage as the eldest child.

Our source revealed that Donnie aims for his Blue Bloods spinoff’s first season to shine on its own while still acknowledging past events. His goal is to establish a unique identity for the new series, with potential returns from previous characters in due time. With many uncertainties ahead, he eagerly waits for the audience’s acceptance of his vision.

It’s highly probable that CBS cannot afford to consistently bring back the original cast members for the show due to financial constraints – as it seems, budget was the primary determinant in reducing the esteemed series.

Last year, Season 14 made its debut on screens after a series of long discussions and with both the cast and producers accepting a 25% reduction in their salaries as per reports. The high-cost shooting locations in New York contributed to an expensive filming process.

It’s said that Selleck, who has a net worth of approximately $25 million, was earning around $200,000 per episode. On the other hand, Wahlberg’s salary is reported to have escalated from $60,000 to $150,000.

For many years, this popular television show held a strong position on CBS’s Friday night schedule, consistently outperforming other programs. However, even it could not escape the impact of COVID-19 and a writers’ strike by SAG-AFTRA. Despite enduring 293 episodes, network executives ultimately decided to conclude the series after much deliberation.

Our source confided that only the actors themselves truly understand the depth of their bond, as if they were more than just colleagues. They frequently communicate with one another, and it seems that each member has been welcomed back repeatedly, which indicates Donnie’s strong desire for them all to remain connected.

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2025-08-08 16:34