Abigail Hawk, beloved for her role as Detective Abigail Baker on CBS’s “Blue Bloods,” reflects on the show’s 14-season run as it approaches its conclusion in November 2024.
Hawk, who plays the right-hand woman to Tom Selleck’s Police Commissioner Frank Reagan, describes her character’s journey as mirroring her own, noting their parallel growth and experiences over the years. She fondly recounts how Selleck’s early encouragement transformed Baker from a minor role into a pivotal character, crediting their instant rapport for Baker’s continued presence.
Hawk admires Selleck’s professionalism, humor, and dedication, describing him as a mentor and highlighting his significant role in enhancing the show’s quality. Behind the scenes, Hawk shares tidbits like Robert Clohessy’s amusing line-forgetting habit and the clever use of a cityscape curtain to depict New York City.
Though not part of the famous Reagan family dinners, Hawk reveals production secrets, including the use of plastic cutlery to minimize noise. Looking ahead, Hawk envisions Baker as a potential Police Commissioner, valuing her intuition and fairness, while also contemplating personal changes for her character.
Outside of “Blue Bloods,” Hawk remains busy, hosting the ADAPT Leadership Awards, advocating for disability representation, and working on a Victorian-era novel she hopes to adapt into a screenplay. She is also exploring indie film projects, which she finds creatively fulfilling. Hawk celebrates her husband’s recent achievement of becoming a nurse, acknowledging his support as vital to her career. As fans prepare to bid farewell to Detective Baker, Hawk promises exciting new ventures on the horizon.