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The departure of a beloved character always leaves a void, and if Celina Juarez were to leave *The Rookie*, Season 8 would need a new dynamic partner for Aaron Thorsen. While Celina’s unique brand of spirituality and intuition is hard to replicate, several characters could step up to fill a similar, though likely different, role. This essay will explore seven characters who could potentially replace Celina in Season 8, ranked from least to most likely.
7 Characters Ranked To Replace Celina Juarez
- Tim Bradford: While a fan favorite, Tim’s already firmly established partnership with Lucy Chen makes him the *least* likely candidate. Shifting his focus to mentoring Aaron would require a significant and unlikely rewrite of his character arc. His dedication to Lucy is a cornerstone of his character.
- Nyla Harper: Nyla is an incredibly skilled officer and a valuable asset to the team. However, she has historically been more independent and comfortable working alone. Her strong personality might clash with Aaron’s more reserved nature, making a long-term partnership less feasible. Moreover, her current responsibilities and potential for promotion likely make a constant partner role less appealing.
- Wesley Evers: While Wesley is a defense attorney and not a police officer, his legal expertise and close ties to the LAPD through Angela Lopez could create an interesting, albeit unconventional, partnership. He could act as a consultant or advisor, providing a unique perspective on cases. This scenario is a long shot, but the show has embraced creative storylines before. The unlikelihood comes from the fundamental difference in profession.
- Oscar Hutchinson: Introducing a new character to fill the void is always a possibility. Oscar, the seasoned but somewhat cynical detective, has been seen as a great mentor to Celina. Although there have been moments that made us feel he was not so good, the likelihood of him taking her place is pretty high.
- Random New Rookie: It is not likely that the show would introduce a brand new rookie. The show relies on developing current characters, not always new ones.
- Monica Stevens: As we watched Celina and Monica in action during this season, it is likely that she would take over the position.
- Aaron Thorsen: Wait, what? Ok. So this may seem off, but perhaps Celina leaves and Aaron gets a new role in the Police Department. So the show replaces her with someone, and then Aaron gets another position that is just as good. Perhaps even a detective. In this case, he would technically be replacing Celina by moving up in the department. This is one of the most probable options.
Ultimately, the showrunners’ decision will depend on their vision for Season 8 and the direction they want to take Aaron’s character. While some choices are more plausible than others, any of these scenarios could offer interesting storytelling opportunities and shake up the dynamics of *The Rookie*.
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