‘Blue Bloods’ Showrunner Explains Why Frank Reagan Didn’t Have a Love Interest in Series Finale

In the series finale of Blue Bloods, fans noticed that Frank Reagan, played by Tom Selleck, never had a romantic interest to close out his storyline. Showrunner Kevin Wade recently explained that this decision was intentional, as the character’s focus has always been on his family and his role as the patriarch of the Reagan clan. According to Wade, introducing a love interest at the very end would have felt “forced” and distracted from the show’s core themes of duty, family, and tradition.

Wade further elaborated that Frank Reagan’s character is defined by his commitment to public service and his family legacy. “Frank’s love story is really with his family,” Wade said, highlighting how the show’s emotional weight comes from the Sunday dinners and the bonds between the Reagans. Ending the series with Frank single, yet surrounded by his loved ones, underscored the values that have been central to Blue Bloods throughout its run.