After a significant absence, Detective Charlie Hudson is making a comeback. John Reardon, known for his role in “Hudson & Rex,” is set to reprise his character for the show’s ninth season, as confirmed by Citytv. Reardon, a native of Halifax, originally portrayed the lead role in the cop-dog procedural but was temporarily replaced by Luke Roberts in Season 8.
Last year, Reardon shared on social media that his departure from the show was not voluntary. He disclosed that he had been diagnosed with tonsil cancer during Season 7 and had to undergo treatment. Despite being medically cleared to return, the production team opted for a different direction. This decision triggered a global outpouring of support from fans, who inundated the show’s social media platforms with comments and even took out newspaper ads demanding Reardon’s reinstatement.
Expressing his enthusiasm, Reardon stated in a recent announcement that he is eager to step back into the shoes of Charlie. He acknowledged the show’s dedicated fan base and expressed gratitude for their unwavering support. The production company, Shaftesbury, also welcomed Reardon’s return, emphasizing the excitement of both the fans and the team to commence work on the upcoming season.
Citytv has disclosed that production for the new season is slated to kick off in June in St. John’s, N.L. In the forthcoming season, viewers can anticipate Charlie’s surprising return to St. John’s after a mission in South America to address unresolved matters from his past adventures. Luke Roberts will continue in his role as Det. Mark Hudson on the show.
The anticipation for the new season of “Hudson & Rex” continues to mount, with the return of John Reardon as Detective Charlie Hudson set to bring a fresh dynamic to the beloved series.