Season 14 of Blue Bloods almost didn’t happen—but thanks to a major sacrifice by the cast, fans were given one last ride with the Reagan family. Tom Selleck, along with fellow lead actors, agreed to take a significant 25% pay cut to help CBS manage the high production costs. With the series being one of the most expensive procedural dramas on TV, this move was crucial in convincing the network to greenlight the final season.

Selleck, who reportedly earned around $200,000 per episode, voluntarily slashed his salary to keep the show alive—not for himself, but for the crew and the audience. Other key cast members followed his lead, uniting behind a shared belief that Blue Bloods still had more stories worth telling. It was a rare show of solidarity in an industry where financial negotiations often end projects, not save them.

Despite their efforts, CBS confirmed Season 14 would be the final chapter. The split-season format, airing in two parts, was a compromise between fan demand and network budgeting. For Selleck, the end felt premature. He’s publicly stated that he wasn’t ready to say goodbye and hoped CBS would reconsider, citing the show’s strong ratings and loyal fanbase.

While the series wrapped with emotional final scenes, the cast’s pay cut gesture left a lasting impression. It showed their deep connection to the show’s legacy and the people behind the scenes who made it possible. In the end, Blue Bloods didn’t just go out with a bang—it left with its cast proving their loyalty off-screen as well.