Donnie Wahlberg isn’t ready to close the door on Blue Bloods just yet — and he doesn’t think fans should, either.
Although CBS announced that Season 14 would be the show’s final chapter, Wahlberg offered a spark of optimism during a July New Kids on the Block concert, suggesting that the story of the Reagan family may not be over after all.
A Hint of Something More
During a Q&A segment at the concert, Wahlberg, 54, responded to fan questions about the series’ future.
“Well, we filmed the apparent last season of Blue Bloods, and it’ll air starting in October. Maybe there’ll be something else after that,” he said, as captured in a clip shared by TV Insider. “I don’t know anything officially yet, but there’s things in the works. So maybe something awesome will happen.”
His response sent the audience into cheers, prompting him to add, “You know I’ll do things after Blue Bloods no matter what.”
While Wahlberg made it clear that nothing has been confirmed, his comments sparked new hope that the Reagan family may return in some form — whether through a revival, a movie, a spinoff, or another continuation project.
The End of an Era — For Now
CBS confirmed in November 2023 that Blue Bloods would end after Season 14. The network structured the season in two parts, with the first 10 episodes airing in February and the final eight scheduled for release this fall.
The series, which premiered in 2010, has followed the personal and professional lives of the Reagan family, many of whom serve in the NYPD under Police Commissioner Frank Reagan, portrayed by Tom Selleck. Alongside Frank, the show has highlighted the perspectives of his father Henry (Len Cariou) and his children Danny (Wahlberg), Erin (Bridget Moynahan), and Jamie (Will Estes).
Tom Selleck Reflects on Saying Goodbye
Following CBS’s cancellation announcement, Selleck, 79, issued a heartfelt statement reflecting on his 13-year tenure on the show.
“For the past 13 years it has been an honor and a privilege to work on a show that not only celebrates the men and women who protect and serve in New York City, but also displayed the importance of family,” he said. He expressed gratitude for the cast, crew, writers, and producers, and thanked fans for “gathering with us for dinner every Friday night” over the course of more than 275 episodes.
Wahlberg’s Emotional Final-Day Message
Wahlberg also shared a deeply personal message on the final day of filming, acknowledging how difficult it was to accept the idea of the series ending. In a video released by CBS, he recalled the uncertainty and challenges of the past years.
“Four years ago we were in this room and none of us knew if we would ever see each other again for a lot worse reasons,” he said. “Maybe one of the worst days of my life, and I’m sure in a lot of your lives. We didn’t know what was going to happen in this world, and somehow we got another few years together.”
He went on to emphasize his hope that the cast would reunite again someday, in some form.
“I would just be honored to work with any of you again and I pray that that can happen,” he continued. “One way or another, I won’t give up trying.”
A Future Still Undecided — But Not Impossible
Although CBS has made no official announcement about reviving Blue Bloods, Wahlberg’s comments suggest that discussions or ideas may already be circulating behind the scenes. For fans, that glimmer of possibility is enough to keep hope alive as the final episodes of Season 14 approach.
Whether the Reagan family returns to television or reunites in another project, Wahlberg’s message is clear: he’s not done with Blue Bloods, and he knows the fans aren’t either.
