UPDATED with the actor's response. Deadline has confirmed that Tru Valentino, who joined the ABC series in Season 4, will not be returning for Season 7 of The Rookie.
'The Rookie': Tru Valentino to star in fifth season of ABC drama series
Valentino made his debut in the season four episode titled "Five Minutes" as a recurring character. He became a series regular in the fifth and sixth seasons. His character was the son of a famous rapper; he rose to fame on TikTok by promoting his privileged lifestyle. He then made a serious change in his life and entered the police academy.
Valentino posted on Instagram on Friday that he "will always cherish my time with The Rookie, but couldn't be more excited for what the future holds."
"I love the friends and relationships I've made there," he wrote in his story. "It's been such an amazing opportunity and I feel so lucky to have had the last three seasons. Thank you to the best fans in the world. I know I don't talk much but I appreciate you all so much. You never know who will show up in the Mid-Wilshire district next. Until then, 7 Adam 19, this is Officer Thorsen, over and out!"
