In Blue Bloods season 14, episode 18, titled βEnd of Tour,β the show quietly wrapped up Joe Hillβs (Will Hochman) main storyline, four years after the character was first introduced. Despite joining the family and police drama at the end of season 10, Joe has quickly become one of the series’ standout characters. He is the son of the late Joe Reagan, but due to his mother keeping their family connection a secret, Joe grew up without knowing his heritage until adulthood, when he became curious about his father.
The tragic death of Joe Reagan has always loomed large over the Reagan family, and the introduction of his son initially seemed to amplify that grief. Joe Hillβs presence serves as a constant reminder of his fatherβs loss, and his headstrong, impulsive nature often created tension with his relatives, particularly Danny (Donnie Wahlberg) and Jamie (Will Estes). However, things began to shift when Frank (Tom Selleck) made Joe and Jamie ride together as a form of punishment after they got into a fistfight at a local bar. This move suggested that Joeβs final arc might center around him fully embracing his Reagan family roots, and the family accepting him in return.
Why Joe Hill Struggled to Accept His Reagan Heritage
Joe Hillβs journey to accepting his Reagan legacy was complicated by his mixed feelings about being connected to New Yorkβs most famous police family. Initially, he wrestled with the pressure and expectations that came with carrying the Reagan name, unsure if he wanted to step into a world filled with such history and responsibility. This internal struggle ultimately added depth to his character, making his eventual reconciliation with his family all the more meaningful.
