*Season 2 of “Rosewood” returns in a few weeks, and it was previously reported that Morris Chestnut would be joined by a “90210” alum as a series regular.
Brian Austin Green was set to join the cast as East Miami Police’s newest member, Aaron Slade. However, the series has tapped “Third Watch/CSI: Miami” star Eddie Cibrian to take over the role after Green abruptly vacated. He left the drama in the middle of shooting his first episode — the Season 2 premiere.
According to TV Line, Slade has a mysterious past, and his presence will make the messy partnership between Det. Annalise Villa (Jaina Lee Ortiz) and Dr. Beaumont Rosewood, Jr. (Morris Chestnut) even more complicated. Slade has trust issues and hates the idea of partnerships and teams – which will keep Rosewood and Villa on their toes as they investigate and uncover the real Aaron Slade.
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Season 1 wrapped up with Rosewood and Villa thisclose to revealing how they truly feel about each other. Meanwhile, Rosy and Pippy (Gabrielle Dennis) discussed their concerns about their mother Donna’s (Lorraine Toussaint) romantic life. Interracial lesbian couple Pippy and Tara (Anna Konkle) ended their engagement, and Hornstock (Domenick Lombardozzi) must deal with the consequences of his past actions.
A teaser was released this summer for the upcoming season, but it mostly features highlights from S1.
Check out the exclusive clip above of Morris Chestnut explaining what he loves about his character, and what viewers can expect to see in season 2.
Tune in to the premiere of “Rosewood” on September 22, Thursday at 8 p.m. ET on FOX.
See more of ‘Rosewood’ on the official site.
