After a long wait, Season 4 of Will Trent is here. As the new season premieres today, one of Will Trent’s familiar faces will not be returning to the show.
Here’s the scoop on which beloved character is leaving the police procedural drama.
Who is leaving Will Trent in Season 4?
Will Trent Season 4 comes bearing some significant cast changes. In an unforeseen turn of events, a key character has departed the ABC drama, hinting at a major plot shift.
Gina Rodriguez, who joined Will Trent in Season 3, is exiting the series after just one season (via Just Jared). The Jane the Virgin star portrayed the role of Assistant District Attorney Marion Alba.
Season 3 of Will Trent saw Rodriguez forming a romantic connection with Will. They eventually went on a date, but by Season 3 Episode 12, sparks between the duo dimmed, and they didn’t pursue things further.
In an interview with TV Line, co-showrunner of Will Trent, Liz Heldens, confirmed that Rodriguez’s character wouldn’t be back for the rest of the season. Heldens had further revealed that the character Marion wasn’t confirmed for Season 4 either.
Are Erika Christensen, Jake McLaughlin and others leaving Will Trent in Season 4?
No, Erika Christensen and Jake McLaughlin are not leaving the series. For those curious about further cast shake-ups, these beloved characters will be returning in Season 4:
Erika Christensen as Angie Polaski
Christensen plays Will Trent’s close friend and on-again, off-again love interest in the ABC drama. She’s dealing with life as a detective and facing her traumatic past.
Iantha Richardson as Faith Mitchell
Richardson portrays the role of Will Trent’s skilled detective partner at the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
Jake McLaughlin as Michael Ormewood
Jake McLaughlin brings to life Detective Michael Ormewood, a rugged APD homicide detective and Angie Polaski’s (and sometimes Will Trent) partner.
Bluebell as Betty
Bluebell plays Will Trent’s beloved Chihuahua, Betty, providing him with unconditional love and emotional support.
Season 4 of Will Trent premieres on January 6 on ABC.
