Xochitl Gomez Joins "Boston Blue" in Recurring Role
Key Takeaways:
- Xochitl Gomez, known for her roles in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" and "The Baby-Sitters Club," has been cast in a recurring role in CBS’s new police procedural, "Boston Blue."
- Gomez will play Penny, a charming and enigmatic young woman who encounters Sean (Mika Amonsen).
- "Boston Blue" is a spin-off of the long-running series "Blue Bloods," starring Donnie Wahlberg reprising his role as Danny Reagan.
- The series premiered in October and follows Reagan’s transition to the Boston PD, where he partners with Detective Lena Silver (Sonequa Martin-Green).
Xochitl Gomez, the rising star recognized for her performances in Marvel’s "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" and Netflix’s "The Baby-Sitters Club," has secured a recurring role in the freshman CBS police procedural, "Boston Blue." This marks another significant step in her burgeoning career, adding to her diverse portfolio of acting credits.
In "Boston Blue," Gomez will portray Penny, a character described as quick-witted and charming, with a mysterious past. Penny’s path intersects with that of Sean, played by Mika Amonsen. The exact nature of their interaction and the impact Penny will have on Sean’s life remain to be seen, adding an element of intrigue to the show’s narrative.
Gomez is set to make her first appearance on "Boston Blue" in the episode airing on Friday, November 21, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. The debut of her character will likely bring a fresh dynamic to the series, given Penny’s described personality and mysterious background.
Before landing this role, Gomez made her on-screen debut on Disney Channel’s "Raven’s Home" (2018) and gained significant recognition for her role in the first season of Netflix’s "The Baby-Sitters Club" in 2020. Her career reached new heights when she joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as América Chávez, a Latina superhero, in "Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" in 2022. Notably, Gomez also showcased her versatility by winning ABC’s "Dancing with the Stars" Season 32, alongside her dance partner Val Chmerkovskiy.
"Boston Blue" premiered in October of this year and aims to expand the "Blue Bloods" universe after its impressive 14-season run. The series centers on Donnie Wahlberg reprising his role as NYPD Officer Danny Reagan, who transitions to a position with the Boston PD. Upon arriving in Boston, Reagan is partnered with Detective Lena Silver, portrayed by Sonequa Martin-Green, who is the eldest daughter of a prominent law enforcement family.
The ensemble cast of "Boston Blue" also includes Maggie Lawson as Sarah Silver, Marcus Scribner as Jonah Silver, Gloria Reuben as Mae Silver, and Ernie Hudson as Reverend Peters. The series is produced by CBS Studios in association with JBTV. Brandon Sonnier & Brandon Margolis serve as showrunners and executive producers. Jerry Bruckheimer, KristieAnne Reed, and Donnie Wahlberg also hold executive producer credits. The show hopes to capitalize on the well-established "Blue Bloods" fanbase while introducing new storylines and characters to captivate audiences.
