Megan Boone Cast on Blue Bloods, Jennifer Esposito Accuses CBS of Racism
Things are turning very ugly very quickly between Jennifer Esposito and CBS.
As previously reported, the actress was let go by Blue Bloods earlier this week in a move she referred to as "shameful" because she claims she simply asked for a temporary leave in order to deal with a medical situation.
In her place as Danny's partner, Megan Ketch will come on board as a temporary replacement, while Deadline now confirms Megan Boone has been cast in the same role for an upcoming three episode arc. The actress has an option to become a series regular.
In response to Boone's casting, Esposito took to Twitter and lashed out.
“There it is. CBS got rid of the only minority cast member so they can have an ALL WHITE CAST like CSI,” she wrote.
Blue Bloods airs a new episode tonight.
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April 10th, 2013 11:31 AM
In the last episode, the Commissioner said goodnight to Baker but called her Abigail. However, her Blue-Blood name is Melissa. her real name is Abigail Hawk which makes me wonder if it was a nice way to say goodbye because she is leaving the series?
April 9th, 2013 9:43 PM
Big mistake taking Jennifer Esposito off the show as Danny's partner. She was 'real' and fit the character perfectly. All the replacements have been poor choices. Bring back Jennifer.
March 17th, 2013 3:58 PM
I think the job Jennifer Esposito did was excellent. She was fit for the job. The two girls you have doing the job now just doesn't fit in with the show. I guess no matter what the fans wants doesn't matter.
March 17th, 2013 2:05 AM
Bring Jennifer back...others cannot act, Tom and family dynamics are the show...we can wait forJennifer...that is what families do...support each other..
March 16th, 2013 10:40 PM
I want Jennifer Esposito back. No one compares with her character.
March 16th, 2013 12:33 AM
Megan Boone makes a terrific partner to replace Jennifer Esposito who I thought also played Danny's partner very well.
February 14th, 2013 10:46 PM
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February 9th, 2013 2:42 PM
Shape up, CBS! It's time to get Jennifer Esposito back, on Blue Bloods
February 9th, 2013 12:51 AM
Bring Jennifer back she is great for the show. Her and Walhberg fit together on the show. I have seen the show with the replacements and that is what they are replacements. The show will lose its ratings and end up being cancelled
February 8th, 2013 10:49 PM
PLEASE bring Jennifer Esposito back to Blue Bloods, she has the guts the other cast members have, just perfect as Danny's partner. So far the series has taken a namby pamby turn which makes many of us just not take the time to watch it. The ecitemennt just is not there anymore!!!