Why did Charlotte Ross leave NYPD Blue?
Regarding this, why did Turturro leave NYPD Blue?
Here's the deal: Turturro asked off ABC's "NYPD" after he won the lead as Sammy "The Bull" Gravano in NBC's "Witness to the Mob" mini-series. Being the nice fellows they are, Milch and partner Steven Bochco agreed to write him off the show until he finished "Mob" for the rival network.
Year | Title | Role |
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2001–2004 | NYPD Blue | Det. Connie McDowell |
2006 | Jake in Progress | Annie |
2007 | Law & Order | Judith Barlow |
Montana Sky | Tess Mercy |
Hereof, why did Smits leave NYPD Blue?
Those connected to the series said it seemed Smits was leaving to look for a new creative challenge, not because of any particular dissatisfaction over his character or salary. Smits said he would return to the show in the fall for several episodes to help "bring a resolution" to his Detective Simone character.
NYPD Blue was met with critical acclaim, praised for its grittiness and realistic portrayal of the cast's personal and professional lives, though the show garnered controversy for its depiction of nudity and alcoholism.