When the series protagonist of the series "Criminal Minds" was fired due to an incident that happened with one of the writers of the show, the series ratings rapidly declined. Is Thomas Gibson's character that influential to cause the show its rumored untimely demise? Furthermore, will CBS let him return and reprise his character in "Criminal Minds" Season 12?
Thomas Gibson, who plays the lead role Aaron Hotchner, got into an altercation with writer Virgil Williams. Gibson originally wanted to change some of the lines in his script. However, Williams strongly believes that changing those lines will hurt the "Criminal Minds" Season 12 story and offered a compromise instead.
Gibson was not having any of it and just told him to change the lines so he can be happy, the abruptly walked off. The two had another conversation about the change of lines but Williams reported that Thomas Gibson kicked him in the sheen as he walked by. The "Criminal Minds" Season 12 actor was soon fired from the show.
According to a report by Morning News USA, the show declined after Thomas Gibson was fired. Many "Criminal Minds" Season 12 fans of the show started a hashtag campaign on social media which read "#NoHotchNoWatch." They had since stopped watching the show as a sign of protest for firing the actor. Could the boycott have affected the show's rating?
Due to the rating plunge, CBS is said to have been considering returning Thomas Gibson on the show. However, this is just mere speculation as the network has not released a word about his possible return in "Criminal Minds" Season 12.
In another report, several guest stars had confirmed that they are currently filming a new episode of "Criminal Minds" Season 12. Paget Brewster who plays the role Emily Prentiss tweeted early this month, "Episode 12 in #CriminalMinds might shoot a scene half-asses tomorrow because TONIGHT IS THE BEST BASEBALL GAME EVER!!"
"Criminal Minds" air every Wednesday at 9:00 PM ET on CBS. Stay tuned to GamenGuide for more "Criminal Minds" Season 12 spoilers, news and updates!