Despite joining the series in season 2, the Captain Tommy Vega depicter has developed close friendships with her castmates, who she intends to maintain despite the show's end.
- Sep 7, 2024
AceShowbiz - Gina Torres, who plays Captain Tommy Vega on"9-1-1: Lone Star", has expressed sadness over the show's cancelation. Despite joining the series in season 2, Torres developed close friendships with her castmates, who she intends to maintain despite the show's end.
The series, a spin-off of "9-1-1", followed first responders in Austin, Texas, and premiered in January 2020. Cast members like Liv Tyler and Rob Lowe became fan favorites, and the show's diverse representation was praised.
However, on September 5, Deadline reported that the upcoming fifth season would be the show's last. News of the cancelation shocked fans, leading to an outpouring of grief on social media. One fan account, @Save911LoneStar, expressed disappointment and mourned the loss of a show that resonated deeply with viewers.
Fox TV Network President Michael Thorn paid tribute to the show's creators, Ryan Murphy, Brad Falchuk, and Tim Minear, and thanked the cast and crew for their contributions. He promised a "high-stakes send-off" for the final season.
"9-1-1: Lone Star" 's final season will consist of 12 episodes, premiering on September 23 on FOX at 8 P.M. ET. Past seasons are available to stream on Hulu. The series finale is expected to air in early 2025.