A.J. Cook returning to CBS' 'Criminal Minds' as regular cast member
Actress left show after end of last season, will appear in May 18 season finale
A.J. Cook
A.J. Cook has signed a two-year deal to return to the CBS drama "Criminal Minds," reports Deadline.com.
Before re-joining as a full time cast member, Cook will guest star on the upcoming season finale, airing May 18.
The actress left the show after the end of last season after her option was not picked up, but was featured on two episodes early this season in order to wrap up her character's storyline.
Meanwhile, whether co-star Paget Brewster will return next season is still a question mark, as the actress is starring in an NBC comedy pilot called "My Life As An Experiment." If "Life" does not go to series, Brewster will also likely return to "Criminal Minds."
Also undetermined is the fate of actress Rachel Nichols, who joined "Criminal Minds" to replace Cook. ABC Studios is also working on new deals with other cast members, including Thomas Gibson and Shemar Moore.
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April 17, 2011 at 12:24PM EST Reply to CommentSo glad A.J. Is coming back and although I wish Paget success on her new show I wish she would also consider coming back. I miss the team as it was and would love them all to come back together again.
CK the show is not the same without them both!
April 19, 2011 at 3:17AM ESTCindy
April 21, 2011 at 1:37AM EST Reply to Commentgreat news! now I can start watching the show again! I was a little annoyed by them bringing in Rachel Nichols (was she cheaper?). they didn't really give her much to do, so I don't think I'll miss her much. But yes, definitely AJ and Paget!!!
Deborah neal Totally agree. The show is no good without AJ and Paget. This is a win for us all who love the show.
April 21, 2011 at 2:32AM EST