CBS execs are reportedly enraged with Blue Bloods star Tom Selleck for remarks he made upon the news of the show’s cancelation, according to a Closer report.
The 79-year-old actor reportedly expressed concern that losing his cherished 63-acre property and going into the “poor house” as a result of the Blue Bloods’ termination. Since 1988, Selleck has made Ventura Country his home. Here’s more about this tale.
CBS Execs Aren’t Buying Tom Selleck’s Claims
The Closer report goes on to state that CBS officials aren’t buying, nor impressed with, Selleck’s “poor house” claims, as they know exactly what kind of paychecks he’s earned since being with Blue Bloods.
Selleck has earned $200,000 per episode, raking in $56 million during his time on the series, which doesn’t factor in rerun residuals! The show began in the fall of 2010, with 14 seasons under the show’s belt.
The report claims that CBS execs are displeased with Selleck’s claims, especially since he makes significantly more than the other staff and crew on the show.
As many of these individuals are making less than $100,000 annually, they are truly facing financial strain, and uncertainty as the series draws to a close.
Tom Selleck – Doesn’t Want Blue Bloods To End
Selleck has been vocal about not wanting Blue Bloods to end since CBS announced the show’s cancellation.
As the series still has a huge following and does well in the ratings, he’s commented and questioned the network’s decision to pull the plug on the long-running CBS drama.
There’s always a potential for a movie or Blue Bloods spin-off, but if Selleck has enraged CBS executives, that may sabotage any possibility of him being engaged or even a project moving forward.
Beginning on Friday, October 18 at 10 p.m. (ET), CBS will air the last episodes of Blue Bloods. The series finale is scheduled for December of this year.