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Paget Brewster spilled some behind-the-scenes drama aboutCriminal Minds. She revealed that there were two actresses the show shouldn’t have fired. Now, this wasn’t just some casual gossip; it was a nod to the backstage shake-ups that left fans puzzled over talent exits. Brewster (or Emily Prentiss as we know her), highlighted decisions that felt unnecessary and questionable.
It turned out that some departures weren’t for the best, and Brewster wasn’t afraid to call attention to these mishaps. Sometimes, talent losses don’t just affect the cast. They shake up the entire heart and soul of a show.
Behind the scenes drama: Paget Brewster’sCriminal Mindsexit
“There was a lot of firing that shouldn’t have happened,”Paget Brewstersaid aboutCriminal Minds. Brewster, who joined the show as Agent Emily Prentiss in season two, left fans shocked when she was let go. The decision wasn’t about budget cuts. Brewster revealed it was a network shake-up aimed at adding some unpredictability.
But it backfired. Fans pushed back, sparking a petition that eventually saw Brewster and A.J. Cook reinstated, while Rachel Nichols ultimately got the boot.
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Behind the scenes, things were even messier. CBS executives wanted fresh faces on the show, prompting Brewster and Cook’s departure. Brewster later toldAV Clubthat after being let go, she worked with writers to wrap up Prentiss’s storyline in a way that fit the show’s arc. Her departure became an intricate plot twist rather than just an off-screen shake-up. She said,
I think they wanted to make a cast change-up and it didn’t work. It was the second or third time I know of, historically, that fans’ reaction actually affected a network’s [decision]. And so A.J. and I were brought back and unfortunately, Rachel [Nichols] was fired after we were fired [and then re-hired].
So there was a lot of firing that shouldn’t have happened. And it’s a shame – I think it’s a really simple case of, if it’s not broke, don’t fix it, and I think they recognized that.
Though Brewster initially planned to leaveCriminal Mindsfor lighter projects, she found herself drawn toLaw & Order: SVU. She took on the role of ADA Sheila Tierney, despite wanting comedic work. Brewster couldn’t resist joining Dick Wolf’s powerhouse series. She said no one would turn downSVU, thanks to its high-energy set and hardworking vibe.
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Paget Brewster’s journey showed she had a love-hate relationship withCBS, but a deep bond withCriminal Mindscastmates. Even after everything, she cared about her colleagues and ultimately realized her heart just wasn’t in continuing with the show.
Paget Brewster tackles cosmic mysteries in Audible’sThe Signal
Paget Brewster swapped herCriminal Mindsbadge for cosmic intrigue inThe Signal, an Audible sci-fi podcast. She stars as Veronica Chapel, a disgraced astrophysicist thrust back into high-stakes astronomical mysteries and moral quandaries.
When journalist Malcolm Feldman (Nate Corddry) uncovers a transmission that erases telescope data, Veronica teams up with astronomer Ada Park (Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz) to unravel a web of government secrecy and corporate agendas.
The show’s creator, Eric Buchman, aimed to explore not just science but the human psyche, blending discovery with personal introspection.The Signallaunched December 5, promising mystery, science, and existential twists.
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Criminal Mindsis available to watch on Hulu & Apple TV.
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