Vanessa Ray has spent over a decade lighting up Friday nights as Officer Eddie Janko-Reagan on Blue Bloods. But recently, the actress has been giving fans a rare glimpse into her life beyond the NYPD uniform — and it’s making viewers love her even more.
In a new sit-down interview, Ray revealed how she’s been balancing her final season on Blue Bloods with exciting personal projects. “It’s been emotional, for sure,” she admitted. “This show has been home for so long, but I’m also thrilled about what’s next.”
Ray shared behind-the-scenes memories from her first day on set, including how Donnie Wahlberg and Will Estes made her feel instantly like part of the Reagan family. She also confessed that filming the upcoming finale has been “a roller coaster of laughter, tears, and nostalgia.”
Outside of acting, Ray has been diving into photography and even hinted at working on a passion project related to women’s storytelling. Fans have been flooding her Instagram with love: “We’ll follow you anywhere, Vanessa” and “Eddie forever — but also YOU forever.”
As the clock ticks down to the end of Blue Bloods, it’s clear that Vanessa Ray’s warmth and talent will keep her in the hearts of fans long after the Reagan family’s final dinner.
