By Flashnews 
Tom Selleck, the 79-year-old actor, was recently seen in New York City as he prepared to bid farewell to his long-running show, Blue Bloods.
The veteran actor, known for his roles in Magnum P.I. and other iconic series, was photographed at JFK airport on Tuesday, Oct. 16.
He was in the city ahead of the premiere of the second half of Blue Bloods‘ final season, which began on CBS on Friday, Oct. 18. Wearing a casual blue button-down shirt and scarf, Selleck looked ready to mark the end of an era with the show’s final eight episodes.
During his stay in New York, Selleck participated in a panel discussion with his Blue Bloods co-stars at PaleyFest NY on Oct. 17.
He shared his feelings about leaving the show behind, admitting it was difficult not to be gearing up for more episodes. “We’d be working about now on the schedule, and I really miss that,” Selleck said. He expressed that what he misses most is his on-set relationships, referring to the cast and crew as his “actor family.” The bond that had formed over the years was something he deeply valued, comparing it to having two families: the Reagan family portrayed on-screen and the real-life acting family that grew behind the scenes.
In interviews leading up to the final episodes, Selleck did not hide his frustration with CBS for canceling the show after 14 seasons. In a conversation with TV Insider, he expressed disappointment at the network’s decision, especially considering how well Blue Bloods had performed over the years.
Despite the late Friday night time slot, which could be seen as less than ideal, the series consistently attracted a strong audience.
Selleck felt that the success of the show was often overlooked, stating that it was taken for granted because it always delivered in terms of ratings and fan engagement.
He admitted that processing the show’s conclusion would take some time, saying, “It’s going to take a long time to sort all of this out.”
However, during the PaleyFest panel, Selleck also acknowledged CBS for giving the show a proper sendoff.
He was grateful for the network’s decision to allow them to close the series in a meaningful way, with the final eight episodes serving as a celebration of the show’s legacy.
Selleck took the opportunity to thank CBS for commemorating Blue Bloods, acknowledging that this special wrap-up was important not only for the fans but for the entire cast and crew as well. While his frustration with the cancellation remains, Selleck appreciated that they were given the chance to finish on a high note, ensuring that Blue Bloods would leave behind a lasting legacy.