'9-1-1 Lone Star' Just Lost a Major Cast Member Ahead of Season 5

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The big picture

9-1-1: Lone Star
cast member Sierra McClain is leaving before season 5.
McClain's exit comes as the series will end after Season 5.
McClain's cast mates have also hinted that this season may be his last.

In a surprising turn of events, Sierra McClain has left 9-1-1: Lone Star amid swirling rumors that the show's fifth season could be its last. The behind-the-scenes drama is just as intense as the on-screen action, with contract disputes and cast changes causing an uproar. Robyn Lively, who plays Marlene Harris on the show, added fuel to the fire by posting on social media about the latest season before quickly deleting the post. The cryptic behavior has fans and cast members speculating about the future of the show, and according to a report from Deadline, many of the series regulars are already looking for new roles, hinting that they believe Season 5 will be the end

CEO of Fox Entertainment Rob Wade mentioned to Deadline that the network expected to decide to renew the show based on its performance this fall. However, this is looking increasingly unlikely as production on Season 5 will wrap on July 19, with cast contracts expiring at the same time. Sources suggest those contracts are unlikely to be extended, meaning the fate of the show could be decided sooner rather than later.

The cast and crew of 9-1-1: Lone Star have faced a number of challenges over the past few years. Two years ago, the actors' representatives approached 20th Television to negotiate raises ahead of Season 4. Typically, series regulars on a broadcast show sign six-year deals with small pay raises built in. contracts However, the studio postponed those talks until after season 4, and when approached again, refused to renegotiate, indicating that season 5 would be the series' last. The actors were offered bonuses, which some sources dispute as insufficient.

Why Sierra McClain Left '9-1-1: Lone Star'

McClain, one of the original cast members, decided to part ways with the show after this back and forth. Although he was offered additional money, he decided to leave. McClain's representatives reportedly did not respond to requests for comment. The article went on to state that since late last year, the cast has been sharing privately what Lively briefly made public: They were informed that lone star would end with season 5. Some cast members have already started auditioning for new projects. Although they are not officially released from their contracts until July 19, they will need to request a release if they book new roles.

Rob Lowe, the show's lead, has a unique deal with 20th Television and Fox. As executive producer lone star and network game show host The floor, Lowe has a first deal with the network. Sources say that if Fox tries to bring the show back after the cast's contracts expire, Lowe would be willing to return.

For now, fans of 9-1-1: Lone Star will have to wait and see if Season 5 is truly the end of the road or if there is hope for the show to continue. Stay tuned for updates as the drama unfolds both on and off screen.