Boston Blue's Donnie Wahlberg Addresses Danny and Maria's Breakup

The actor says the beloved couple's split is 'TV!' and hints they may rekindle their romance.

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:34am

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An extreme close-up photograph of shattered glass or cracked mirror reflecting a faint red light, conceptually representing the emotional turmoil and fractured relationships depicted in the Boston Blue storyline.The heartbreaking split between a beloved Boston Blue couple reflects the complex personal lives of the show's characters.Boston Today

In an exclusive interview, Boston Blue star Donnie Wahlberg discussed the heartbreaking split between his character Danny Reagan and his girlfriend Maria Baez, played by Marisa Ramirez, during a recent episode of the CBS drama. Wahlberg urged fans not to lose hope, saying 'they must hold out hope for [them to] rekindle [their romance]' and that the show plans to 'stretch out' the journey for the couple.

Why it matters

The breakup of Danny and Maria, a beloved couple on the long-running police procedural, has sparked strong reactions from loyal Blue Bloods fans who are invested in the characters' relationship. Wahlberg's comments provide insight into the show's plans for the couple and offer reassurance that their split may be temporary.

The details

During the April 17 episode, Maria revealed she was struggling with her mother's deteriorating mental health after a Parkinson's diagnosis, leading her to hit pause on her relationship with Danny. Wahlberg, who has played Danny since 2010, said Maria 'is in a crisis' and 'not sure what to do,' but that the stubborn Danny 'ain't going down without a fight.' Meanwhile, Wahlberg's onscreen partner Sonequa Martin-Green, who plays Danny's police partner, expressed hope that the couple would reunite.

  • The breakup occurred during the April 17, 2026 episode of Boston Blue.
  • CBS Fest, where Wahlberg made his comments, took place on April 15, 2026.

The players

Donnie Wahlberg

The 56-year-old actor who has played Danny Reagan on Boston Blue since 2010.

Marisa Ramirez

The actress who portrays Maria Baez, Danny's girlfriend on Boston Blue.

Sonequa Martin-Green

Wahlberg's onscreen co-star who plays Danny's police partner on Boston Blue.

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What they’re saying

“She's in a crisis. She's not sure what to do. Danny is very stubborn [though so] he ain't going down without a fight.”

— Donnie Wahlberg, Actor

“I would love [to see them back together]. I love Marissa and I think that they're lovely together.”

— Sonequa Martin-Green, Actress

“I grew up watching General Hospital and All My Children and [I remember when] Laura disappeared. Laura disappeared and Luke was heartbroken and everyone's like, 'Oh man. Laura quit the show.' Guess what? She came back and he ran and he hugged her. Then she left again. But that's OK, it's TV!”

— Donnie Wahlberg, Actor

What’s next

Wahlberg hinted that the show plans to 'stretch out' the journey for Danny and Maria, suggesting their split may be temporary and that fans should hold out hope for the couple to rekindle their romance.

The takeaway

The breakup of the beloved couple Danny and Maria on Boston Blue has sparked strong reactions from loyal fans, but the show's star Donnie Wahlberg has assured viewers that the split may not be permanent and that the characters' journey will be 'stretched out,' leaving room for the possibility of a reconciliation.