Donnie Wahlberg Celebrates Tom Selleck in Heartfelt Instagram Post
Donnie Wahlberg took a moment to honor his Blue Bloods costar, Tom Selleck, as the show wraps up its 14th and final season. It's been an emotional journey for the entire cast, and Donnie didn’t hesitate to express his admiration for Tom through a candid snapshot shared on Instagram Stories. The photo captures the two icons sharing a heartfelt moment on stage during an appearance at the Paley Center for Media on October 17.
The New Kids on the Block member, now 55, shared the image with a simple yet touching caption: “Love this pic,” accompanied by a blue heart emoji. The photo quickly resonated with fans, reminding everyone of the incredible bond shared by these two legendary actors throughout their time on the show.
Final Day on Set: A Moment of Emotion and Reflection
During a recent appearance on SiriusXM’s "Andy Cohen Live," Donnie opened up about the emotional final day on set, revealing just how much the experience meant to everyone involved. He recounted a particularly poignant moment when Tom Selleck, the ever-stoic detective, showed up to watch Donnie film his scenes in the squad room.
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“Tom came in just to watch me work. It was like he was saying goodbye to everyone, and I was already emotional filming those scenes,” Donnie recalled. “I look across the room, and there he is—standing tall, in the back corner, watching with tears streaming down his face. It was like a dam broke. I couldn’t stop crying just thinking about it.”
Gratitude and Bittersweet Farewells
While the final season of Blue Bloods marks the end of an era, Donnie emphasized the overwhelming sense of gratitude felt by the entire cast and crew. “It’s not just sadness—it’s gratitude. We’ve been so lucky to have this incredible journey together. Of course, the last day was heartbreaking, but it was also filled with love and appreciation for each other,” he said.
Donnie assured fans that the finale will leave them satisfied, despite the inevitable tears. “I think the audience will be happy. There are definitely emotional moments, especially a really tough scene in the middle of the last episode, but overall, it feels like a hopeful, forward-thinking finale. It’s bittersweet, but I believe people will walk away feeling good about the way it wraps up.”
Tom Selleck Reflects on Broadcast Television's Future
Though Tom Selleck admitted to feeling “frustrated” over CBS’s decision to cancel Blue Bloods, he remains optimistic about the future of broadcast television. At PaleyFest, Tom expressed his unwavering faith in the medium. “Broadcast television has suffered from being placed second or third in line, but I truly believe it still holds immense potential,” he stated.
Tom also acknowledged the prevalence of clichés in series television but emphasized the importance of engaging with audiences by addressing and breaking down these tropes. “We’ve always been aware of the clichés in series television, and we’ve made it a point to comment on them,” he explained. “By doing so, we create a shared experience with the audience. It’s about discovery—keeping viewers engaged and invested in the story.”
