When Vanessa Ray sat down with The Nerds of Color to chat about her role as Eddie Janko-Reagan on “Blue Bloods,” the actor was more than happy to answer tough questions about the show’s content and how it often mirrors real-life issues. “I like that it’s intimidating,” she said. “I mean, it’s a challenge to try and get it right.” Like her character, Ray explained the approach in a simple, no-nonsense manner. “Present the information, have a dialogue and let the chips fall where they may,” she said. “Bridget and Roslyn Ruff have navigated some big topics.”
Ray was referring to Bridget Moynahan, who plays Assistant District Attorney Erin Reagan in “Blue Bloods.” Roslyn Ruff, meanwhile, plays District Attorney Kimberly Crawford in the series. Since both characters are on the prosecuting side of the law rather than the street level, it definitely makes sense that there would be a lot more nuance to their arcs. As for Ray, she will soon be heading into her 10th season as part of “Blue Bloods,” and fans can no doubt look forward to seeing her character navigating the thin blue line for years to come.
