It’s official — Donnie Wahlberg is trading his NYPD badge for something even more personal. With Blue Bloods ending after 14 seasons, Wahlberg is stepping behind the scenes to produce Boston Blue, a gritty new spinoff set in his hometown.
Wahlberg, who played Detective Danny Reagan for over a decade, has been deeply involved in shaping Boston Blue from day one. This time, he’s blending procedural drama with real Boston edge — and possibly making a cameo.
“Boston is in my blood. And this show is going to reflect that — heart, hustle, and hard truths,” he said in a recent interview.
While he won’t star full-time, Wahlberg’s fingerprints are all over the series. From the city’s distinctive voice to storylines rooted in Boston politics and street culture, Boston Blue will feel like a rawer, more intimate cousin of Blue Bloods.
Fans are already speculating about his possible on-screen return — maybe not as Danny Reagan, but as a long-lost cousin? A high-ranking NYPD advisor? The possibilities are wide open. What’s clear is this: Donnie Wahlberg isn’t done wearing blue just yet.
