The enduring popularity of Blue Bloods, centered on the fictional Reagan family of NYPD officers and prosecutors, has made its cast one of the most recognizable ensembles on television for over a decade. As of the current date in late 2024, the long-running police procedural is airing its 14th and final season, bringing the saga of Police Commissioner Frank Reagan and his children to a close. This definitive guide provides the latest updates on the main actors who have brought the Reagan dynasty and their closest colleagues to life, detailing their careers, roles, and what lies ahead after the show’s final curtain call.
The show’s success is largely attributed to the weekly Reagan family dinner scenes, which anchor the show's blend of police work and family drama, showcasing the incredible chemistry between its veteran and younger stars. From the stoic patriarch to the determined detective and the ambitious prosecutor, the actors in Blue Bloods have become synonymous with their characters.
The Core Reagan Family: A Cast Biography List
The heart of Blue Bloods is the Reagan family, a multi-generational group dedicated to law enforcement and public service in New York City. The following is a detailed profile of the main actors who have starred since the series premiere in 2010.
- Tom Selleck (Frank Reagan)
- Role: Frank Reagan, the New York City Police Commissioner and patriarch of the Reagan family.
- Full Name: Thomas William Selleck
- Born: January 29, 1945 (Age 79 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Selleck is an iconic television and film actor, best known for his Emmy-winning role as private investigator Thomas Magnum in Magnum, P.I. (1980–1988). He also starred in films like Three Men and a Baby and has a recurring role as Jesse Stone in a series of TV movies. He served in the California Army National Guard.
- Donnie Wahlberg (Danny Reagan)
- Role: Detective 1st Grade Daniel "Danny" Reagan, a tough NYPD detective and Frank’s eldest living son.
- Full Name: Donald Edmond Wahlberg Jr.
- Born: August 17, 1969 (Age 55 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Before acting, Wahlberg gained immense fame as a founding member of the iconic boy band New Kids on the Block (NKOTB). His acting career includes roles in films like The Sixth Sense and Saw, and he is also a producer and star of the reality show Wahlburgers. He is reportedly set to helm a potential Blue Bloods spin-off, Boston Blue.
- Bridget Moynahan (Erin Reagan)
- Role: Erin Reagan, the Bureau Chief in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, and Frank's only daughter.
- Full Name: Kathryn Bridget Moynahan
- Born: April 28, 1971 (Age 53 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Moynahan is a former model who transitioned to acting. Her breakout role was as Natasha Naginsky, Mr. Big's wife, on Sex and the City. She also starred in films such as Coyote Ugly, Serendipity, and I, Robot.
- Will Estes (Jamie Reagan)
- Role: Officer Jameson "Jamie" Reagan, an NYPD Sergeant and Frank’s youngest son, who is married to Eddie Janko.
- Full Name: William Estes Nipper
- Born: October 21, 1978 (Age 46 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Estes began acting as a child, gaining recognition for his role as J.J. Pryor on the NBC series American Dreams (2002–2005). He has been a consistent presence on television for decades before securing his long-running role on Blue Bloods.
- Len Cariou (Henry Reagan)
- Role: Henry Reagan, a former NYPD Police Commissioner and Frank’s father.
- Full Name: Leonard Joseph Cariou
- Born: September 30, 1939 (Age 85 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Cariou is a distinguished Canadian actor, particularly renowned for his extensive work on Broadway. He won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for creating the title role in Stephen Sondheim’s Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street.
Key Supporting Actors and The NYPD Family
While the Reagan family dinner is the show's focus, the work lives of the characters introduce a crucial supporting cast that provides depth to the police procedural and legal drama elements. These actors have spent years developing strong, enduring on-screen partnerships.
- Marisa Ramirez (Maria Baez)
- Role: Detective Maria Baez, Danny Reagan's long-time partner and close friend.
- Full Name: Marisa Maguire Ramirez
- Born: September 15, 1977 (Age 47 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Ramirez is known for her extensive work in television, particularly in soap operas like General Hospital and The Young and the Restless, before joining Blue Bloods in Season 3.
- Vanessa Ray (Eddie Janko-Reagan)
- Role: Officer Edit "Eddie" Janko-Reagan, a patrol officer who is Jamie Reagan's partner and later his wife.
- Full Name: Vanessa Ray Liptak
- Born: June 24, 1981 (Age 43 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Ray is also known for her role as CeCe Drake/Charlotte DiLaurentis on the hit teen drama Pretty Little Liars. She also appeared on the soap opera As the World Turns.
- Steven R. Schirripa (Anthony Abetemarco)
- Role: Anthony Abetemarco, an NYPD Detective assigned as an investigator for the Manhattan District Attorney's office, working closely with Erin Reagan.
- Born: September 3, 1957 (Age 67 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Schirripa is instantly recognizable for his role as Bobby Bacala on the critically acclaimed HBO series The Sopranos. He is also a producer and author.
- Robert Clohessy (Sid Gormley)
- Role: Lieutenant Sidney "Sid" Gormley, the Chief of Department's Special Assistant to Commissioner Frank Reagan.
- Born: June 10, 1957 (Age 67 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Clohessy has a long career of playing law enforcement and military figures, including a notable role as Correctional Officer Sean Murphy on the HBO prison drama Oz.
- Abigail Hawk (Abigail Baker)
- Role: Detective Abigail Baker, Commissioner Reagan's primary aide, known for her loyalty and efficiency.
- Career Highlights: Hawk’s role in Blue Bloods is her most prominent, establishing her as a fan-favorite recurring character. She previously appeared in the TV series Reality Check.
The Next Generation: Reagan Grandchildren and Recent Updates
The younger members of the Reagan family have grown up on the show, and their career paths and recent movements have been a point of interest for fans, especially with the series concluding. Their storylines often explore the difficult decision of whether to join the family business.
- Sami Gayle (Nicky Reagan-Boyle)
- Role: Nicole "Nicky" Reagan-Boyle, Erin Reagan's daughter and Frank's granddaughter.
- Born: January 22, 1996 (Age 28 in 2024)
- Career Highlights: Gayle is known for her Broadway work and film roles in titles like Detachment and Stolen. Her character's decision to leave New York for a job in the tech sector was a major storyline, resulting in her having a recurring, rather than main, role in later seasons.
- Andrew Terraciano (Sean Reagan)
- Role: Sean Reagan, Danny Reagan's youngest son.
- Career Highlights: Andrew and his real-life brother Tony Terraciano co-starred as Danny’s sons for the entire 14-season run. Andrew’s character, Sean, is the only Reagan grandchild still regularly featured at the family dinner table.
- Tony Terraciano (Jack Reagan)
- Role: Jack Reagan, Danny Reagan's eldest son.
- Career Highlights: Tony's character, Jack, left the show to attend college at Harvard University, reflecting the actor's real-life decision to pursue his education, though he has made occasional guest appearances.
The final episodes of Blue Bloods Season 14 are scheduled to air in late 2024 and early 2025, marking the end of the Reagan family’s long tenure on CBS. The cast has expressed sadness over the cancellation, though the discussion of a potential spin-off, Boston Blue, starring Donnie Wahlberg, suggests the world of the Reagan family may not be entirely closed. The legacy of these actors, who brought the complexities of the NYPD and the Reagan family dynamics to life, will undoubtedly endure long after the final family dinner airs.
The show remains a powerhouse in the police procedural genre, celebrated for its exploration of ethics, justice, and the unique challenges faced by the New York City police force and legal system. The commitment of the entire cast, from the main stars to the key supporting players like Anthony Abetemarco and Sid Gormley, ensured its place as one of television's most beloved legal drama series.
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