“Blue Bloods” was a huge hit on CBS for 14 seasons, ending in December 2024. Fans loved watching the Reagan family solve crimes in New York City. Now, there’s exciting news—a spin-off called “Boston Blue” is coming in fall 2025! People are buzzing about who will star in this new show. Let’s dive into all the details about the cast and what we know so far as of March 30, 2025.
The big star everyone’s talking about is Donnie Wahlberg. He’s coming back as Danny Reagan, the tough detective from “Blue Bloods.” In the original show, Danny was a New York cop who didn’t mind bending rules to catch bad guys. Now, he’s moving to Boston to join the Boston Police Department. Donnie’s been on “Blue Bloods” since it started in 2010, and fans adore him. He’s not just acting—he’s also helping make the show as an executive producer. That means he has a big say in how “Boston Blue” turns out.
Why Danny’s moving to Boston is still a mystery. In the “Blue Bloods” finale, he asked his partner Maria Baez out for pizza, hinting at a romance. Will that affect his new life in Boston? We don’t know yet, but it’s got fans guessing. Donnie shared his excitement on Instagram in March 2025, saying he’s ready to bring surprises and keep the “Blue Bloods” magic alive. He’s from Boston in real life, so playing Danny there feels extra special.
Next up is a new character named Lena Peters. She’s Danny’s new partner at the Boston PD. Lena comes from a big police family and is their oldest daughter. She’s tough and smart, just like Danny. CBS hasn’t told us who’s playing Lena yet, but they say she’ll be a key part of the show. Some think she might clash with Danny at first because they’re both strong personalities. Others hope they’ll become best buds fast. Either way, Lena’s actress will be a fresh face for fans to love.
Now, let’s talk about other “Blue Bloods” stars who might show up. Marisa Ramirez played Maria Baez, Danny’s partner in New York. In the finale, their pizza date suggested they could be more than friends. Fans are dying to know if Marisa will join “Boston Blue.” So far, there’s no official word, but Donnie hinted on Instagram that old co-stars might visit. Maria could pop in to see how Danny’s doing in Boston—or maybe even move there with him. Marisa said in 2024 she’d love to keep playing Maria, so there’s hope!
Tom Selleck, who played Frank Reagan, Danny’s dad, is another big name. Frank was the New York Police Commissioner and a wise leader. Tom was bummed when “Blue Bloods” ended and hasn’t said much about “Boston Blue.” Since Frank’s busy in New York, he probably won’t be a regular. But a guest appearance isn’t out of the question. Imagine Frank driving up to Boston to check on Danny—it’d be a sweet family moment. Tom told Entertainment Weekly he loves Frank, so he might say yes to a cameo.
Bridget Moynahan played Erin Reagan, Danny’s sister. Erin’s a lawyer in New York, so she’s tied to the city. Still, she could visit Danny in Boston for a case or just to catch up. Bridget said in 2024 she was sad “Blue Bloods” ended and loved her time with the cast. She’s got a new show called “Original Sound,” but a quick trip to “Boston Blue” could happen. Fans would cheer to see Erin and Danny together again.
Will Estes played Jamie Reagan, Danny’s younger brother. Jamie’s a sergeant in New York, married to Eddie Janko-Reagan, played by Vanessa Ray. In the “Blue Bloods” finale, they shared they’re having a baby. Could they bring the little one to meet Uncle Danny in Boston? Will and Vanessa both said they’d be open to a spin-off. Vanessa even joked she’d wear a wig to hang out with the crew again. They might not move to Boston, but a family visit feels likely.
Len Cariou played Henry Reagan, Danny’s grandpa. Henry’s a retired commissioner who loves his family. Len was sad “Blue Bloods” ended but hasn’t confirmed anything about “Boston Blue.” At his age, he might not travel much on-screen, but a phone call or short visit to Danny could work. Fans would smile seeing Henry’s warm face again.
Will Hochman played Joe Hill, Danny’s nephew. Joe’s a cop who finally joined the Reagan family dinners in the finale. Donnie commented on Will’s Instagram in March 2025, saying he’s counting on Joe to visit. Will replied he’s “fueling up the Chevelle,” hinting Joe might drive to Boston. Their uncle-nephew bond grew strong, so Joe could show up for a case or just to hang out.
Steve Schirripa played Anthony Abetemarco, Erin’s investigator friend who sometimes bickered with Danny. Steve said he’d love to do a spin-off. If Erin visits, Anthony might tag along, especially if there’s a big New York-Boston case. His funny fights with Danny would spice up “Boston Blue.”
Jennifer Esposito played Jackie Curatola, Danny’s old partner. She returned in Seasons 13 and 14 as a police chief. Fans loved their chemistry. Jennifer hasn’t said anything about “Boston Blue,” but a guest spot where Jackie helps Danny solve a crime would be a treat. She could even tease him about Maria!
Abigail Hawk played Abigail Baker, Frank’s aide. If Frank visits, Abigail might come too. She’s super organized and could help Danny with a tricky Boston PD problem. Abigail said she’d jump at any chance to work with the cast again.
Callie Thorne played Maggie Gibson, a psychic who helped Danny on cases. Their vibe was awesome, and fans think she’d fit in “Boston Blue.” Danny might call her to Boston for a tough mystery. Callie hasn’t confirmed, but it’d be fun to see her back.
The show’s creators, Brandon Sonnier and Brandon Margolis, aren’t actors but are big names behind the scenes. They wrote for “The Blacklist” and “L.A.’s Finest.” They’re running “Boston Blue” and want it to feel like “Blue Bloods” but with a Boston twist. Jerry Bruckheimer, a famous producer, is helping too. Together, they’re building a team around Donnie and Lena.
So, who’s starring in “Boston Blue”? Donnie Wahlberg is the main star as Danny Reagan. Lena Peters’ actress is still a secret. Marisa Ramirez, Tom Selleck, Bridget Moynahan, Will Estes, Vanessa Ray, Len Cariou, Will Hochman, Steve Schirripa, Jennifer Esposito, Abigail Hawk, and Callie Thorne might appear, but only Donnie’s confirmed for sure. Posts on X show fans are pumped for Donnie and hope others join. CBS says the show starts in fall 2025, so we’ll watch to see who else shows up in Boston!
