The Marvel Cinematic Universe alum and Dancing With the Stars champion Xochitl Gomez will appear in a recurring role on the Blue Bloods spinoff series, Boston Blue. Her character, Penny, will be introduced in Episode 6 airing Friday, November 21, at 10/9c on CBS.
In the series, Gomez plays Penny, described as “a quick-witted, charming young woman with a mysterious past who crashes into Sean’s life.” This debut episode also marks the return of Marisa Ramirez as Maria Baez, Danny Reagan's former partner and now girlfriend.
“A quick-witted, charming young woman with a mysterious past who crashes into Sean’s life.”
The episode follows Danny and his new partner Lena, portrayed by Sonequa Martin-Green, as they pursue a serial home invader with assistance from Baez. Meanwhile, Mae (Gloria Reuben) and Sarah (Maggie Lawson) uncover a critical leak threatening the justice system, and Sean faces challenges in his budding relationship.
Boston Blue centers on Donnie Wahlberg’s character, NYPD Detective Danny Reagan, who relocates to the Boston Police Department in hopes of reconnecting with his younger son, Sean (Mika Amonsen), as Sean begins his own career in law enforcement.
Author’s summary: Xochitl Gomez joins Boston Blue as Penny, adding mystery and romance to the Blue Bloods spinoff set in Boston’s police department.