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It’s a sad day forChesapeake Shoresfans.
On Tuesday, the Hallmark Channel announced the sixth season renewal for the beloved series. Season 6 will also markChesapeake Shores' last.
“With a top-notch ensemble cast and creative team,Chesapeake Shoreshas shared stories that are relatable, poignant and unforgettable,” Laurie Ferneau, SVP Programming, Series, said in a statement. “We look forward to honoring the journey viewers have been on with the O’Briens with one final, special season.”
Stars Meghan Ory, Treat Williams, Robert Buckley, Barbara Niven, Laci J. Mailey, Emilie Ullerup, Brendan Penny and Andrew Francis are all expected to return for the final season, which will be comprised of 10 episodes. It’s set to premiere sometime this summer.
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Fans previously bid farewell to starJesse Metcalfe, who left the show in August 2021 after five seasons.
Metcalfe toldEntertainment Tonighthe “felt that there wasn’t really anything else [he] could do with the character” of Trace Riley.
“Life’s all about growth. I tend to put myself in challenging situations because I feel like that’s the fastest way to grow,” the 43-year-old actor said after his departure.
“No one saw this decision coming for me to leaveChesapeake, but sometimes the hardest decisions are the best ones to make and the ones that you grow the most from,” he added. “I think this is one of those decisions.”
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Chesapeake Shores' fifth season ended on a cliffhanger.
PerShowbiz Cheatsheet, Ory wrote in a now-deleted Instagram Story: “Sorry @spoilertvphotos but if this is true @hallmarkchannel has not shared with me!! I like your positivity though!”
Chesapeake Shoresis set to debut its sixth and final season this summer.
source: people.com
