Nicholas Turturro, portraying the knowledgeable police sergeant Anthony Renzulli on the popular CBS series Blue Bloods, has amassed nearly 40 appearances on the show. Surprisingly, he hasn’t graced the precinct since 2016. While Renzulli’s character hasn’t met a scripted demise, leaving the door open for a potential return in later seasons, the absence has been notable since Season 6.
Despite his hiatus from Blue Bloods, Turturro has remained active in the entertainment industry, engaging in diverse film and TV projects. Noteworthy credits include Spike Lee’s BlacKkKlansman, Kevin Can Wait, The Name of the Rose, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, and several other projects in various stages of development. Turturro’s versatility shines, and his passion for the role is evident.
In a playful gesture in 2013, Turturro took to Twitter, urging his followers to express their desire for more Renzulli on Blue Bloods and even suggested the prospect of a spin-off. While the tweet may have carried a lighthearted tone, it underscores Turturro’s fondness for the character and his connection to the role.
