All American original cast member Daniel Ezra is saying goodbye to the series after six seasons.
Ezra, who plays star athlete Spencer James, will not return as a series regular for the sports drama’s upcoming seventh season. Although he will remain part of the show next season as a guest star, Variety reported Monday, June 24.
The actor and showrunner Nkechi Okoro Carroll both released statements, saying they reached a mutual agreement before production began on season 6 for Ezra to exit as a series regular.
“After making the difficult decision to leave All American, my sole focus became completing the journey of the most life-affirming character I’ve ever played in the manner he deserves,” Ezra said. “Thanks to Nkechi and the writers, I got my wish. Season 6 is ‘Spencer’s goodbye.’ I’ll miss him. I’ll miss our cast and crew. I hope it’s been as fun to watch him as it has been to play him.”
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The actor most recently appeared on Monday night’s episode 13 titled “Victory Lap.” The episode found Spencer getting drafted to the NFL.
“Partnering with Daniel Ezra over the last six seasons to bring Spencer’s story to life has been such an amazing, fulfilling, experience. Daniel truly is a gift and brought so much to the character on and off the field. And while Spencer has achieved his NFL dreams, I’m grateful Daniel will still remain an important part of this family, both in front of and behind the camera as we step into a new, exciting chapter of All American,” said executive producer Nkechi Okoro Carroll.
All American is The CW’s most-watched show across all platforms, and was renewed for a seventh season earlier this month.
The drama comes from Berlanti Productions in association with Warner Bros. Television and CBS Studios.
The season 6 finale airs Monday, July 15 at 8:00pm ET/PT.
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