Andrew Terraciano found out his character Sean Reagan had been recast for the Blue Bloods spin-off Boston Blue through a phone call from someone who had spoken to his mother. The 22-year-old actor, who played the role for nearly 300 episodes since 2010, shared the news in an interview with Us Weekly. He also received a supportive call from co-star Donnie Wahlberg.
Terraciano described learning the news in December 2025 when someone contacted his mother first, leading to an emotional phone call. Wahlberg then reached out personally, providing a meaningful connection during the transition. The actor expressed sadness at leaving the part but pride in his time on the series, noting that the cast would remain friends and family.