When Deputy Chief Brenda Leigh Johnson (Kyra Sedgewick) leaves The Closer, she won’t be the only one saying goodbye. Though many of Sedgewick’s castmates will be returning for the Major Crimes spin-off, Corey Reynolds isn’t one of them.
Deadline reports that Reynolds declined the offer to return as Sgt. David Gabriel and has instead signed a talent holding deal with NBC.
A native of Richmond, Reynolds was primarily known for his work in musical theatre prior to his seven seasons on The Closer. The actor performed in touring productions of Smokey Joe’s Cafe and Saturday Night Fever before originating the role of Seaweed in Hairspray on Broadway. He was nominated for a Tony Award and a Drama Desk Award for the role.
On television, he’s guested on procedurals like NCIS, CSI: Miami, Without a Trace, and Simon Baker’s pre-Mentalistshow, The Guardian.
It’s not known if Reynold’s NBC deal will preclude him for making guest appearances on the Closer spin-off. Starring Mary McDonnell, Major Crimes will be set-up in the final episodes of The Closer and has already been picked up for a 10 episode first season. It’s not yet known when TNT will begin airing them.
What do you think? Are you going to watch Major Crimes? Will you miss seeing Reynolds with the rest of the cast?
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81 Comments on "The Closer: Reynolds Not Returning for Major Crimes Spin-Off"
I miss cory however, I still enjoy major crimes. Cory stood out on the closer. As does Jon Terney today. I hope we see more of them both, Major Crimes is my favorite show.
I love major crimes, great show. I enjoy Corey,s acting also..The best of luck to him in the future. Major Crimes keep up the great work…
What a fool that Corey Reynolds didn’t stay on! I am sure he didn’t think that the show would last. Unfortunately for him the opposite occurred and what he has gone to have failed. Meanwhile, Major Crimes just keeps getting stronger and better. They were given a gift with Mary McDonnell joining the cast, and the other stars just continue to demonstrate the high caliber of actors they are and how well they play off one another. This show is such a gift and a treat!
Fantastic actor – endearing to viewers – sorry to see him leave this “family” – we will watch any of his future programs.
I love watching Major Crimes.The series is great!
First it was abit strange without Corey Reynolds and Kyra Sedgwick.
But to be honest after the 7th season there have to be something new.
And Major Crimes is a wonderfull series! and Spin-Off.
(Only I find that Rusty person annoying)
I watch Major Crimes, but I sure do miss Corey Reynolds. I thought he was a great role model, well put together and showed an array of theatrical talent/emotion during The Closer. Make him an offer for Major Crimes!
Major crimes is not very good without Corey renolds I won’t be watching it again after this episode
he should come back Major Crimes needs help and the old writers
I will miss Corey Reynolds. I am happy if he found a good gig.
Will not be watching Major Crimes, could’nt stand to see McDonald in The Closer, why would I watch a series with her as the main character? It has lasted 3 years without me watching. Good luck to the other cast members. Will miss Corey Reynolds!
ruly will miss Corey Reynolds. wish he was a part of Major Crimes.
Also am sorry for Jon Tennyson not continuing with the series. Was disappointed that his series King And Maxwell was cancelled
Love Major Crimes, hope it will not be taken off. Sorry that Corey Reynolds did not stay on.