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Donnie Wahlberg Reflects on the Emotional Final Dinner Scene of Blue Bloods
Donnie Wahlberg admitted that he was already emotional even before filming the final Reagan family dinner for Blue Bloods. Those dinner scenes, long the show’s most beloved and anticipated moments, carried even more weight in the series finale. “I didn’t make it through; I was doomed,” Wahlberg told Variety. “But when Tom [Selleck] started speaking, literally, my life passed before my eyes.” He confirmed that Selleck was the first to break the heavy silence when the scene wrapped.
Wahlberg Remembers Selleck’s Lasting Influence
Reflecting on his experience acting alongside Selleck for 14 seasons, Wahlberg described a deeply personal connection:
“I was listening to his voice mesmerize the room and thinking about what a magical journey this has been. To think that this boy, who grew up scrappy and unsure where his next meal would come from, is sitting next to this man, sharing a moment of his wisdom and grace… I couldn’t stop crying for probably two days!”
Wahlberg’s portrayal of Selleck’s eldest son spanned the entire run of Blue Bloods, capturing the evolving dynamics of the Reagan family from the very first episode.
Behind the Scenes: Respect and Realism
Selleck revealed that the cast maintained their bonds off-camera as well. Even when heated topics came up at the table, professionalism and mutual respect prevailed.
“They don’t all meld together just because they’re family. There was always respect,” he said. “Blowing your own horn about personal issues? Why anger half the country? We’re actors.”
While the show did occasionally touch on political issues, Selleck emphasized that the approach was never sensationalized—it was thoughtful, grounded, and consistent with the show’s focus on family and integrity.
If you want, I can also combine this with the previous article about Selleck’s 80th birthday into one seamless feature about the end of Blue Bloods and the legacy of its stars. Do you want me to do that?
