The latest episode of "Criminal Minds" finally explained the absence of Aaron Hotchner, Thomas Gibson's character in the series. Titled "Elliot's Pond", the sixth episode of "Criminal Minds" Season 12 finally addressed Hotch's exit.
"Criminal Minds" Season 12 was only on its second episode when news of Thomas Gibson's suspension from future episodes shocked fans. Gibson has been a main character since season 1, and is well-loved by loyal viewers of the show. Fans were even more disappointed when it was announced that he was fired due to an incident of a physical altercation with a producer of the show.
Now fans finally know how the writers and producers handled Gibson's exit from "Criminal Minds" Season 12. It seems that the former head of the BAU is now under the Witness Protection Program. It was a plan in order to protect his son Jack.
Apparently, after being stalked by Mr. Scratch, Aaron Hotchner felt the need to protect his son with every means possible, and the best thing would be to be in the Witness Protection Program. The BAU team were left reeling in the latest "Criminal Minds" episode when it was announced that Hotch would not be coming back. So, is Thomas Gibson's character coming back in "Criminal Minds" Season 12?
Of course, it would be impossible for Thomas Gibson's character to come back as BAU chief in "Criminal Minds", given that he and his son are in hiding. Emily Prentiss was then named as the new BAU chief. It's going to be a new beginning for the BAU for the rest of "Criminal Minds" Season 12.
Now, fans are speculating that there is still a possibility that Thomas Gibson would be back to play Aaron Hotchner as his character was not killed off in "Criminal Minds" Season 12. This remains to be seen as Thomas Gibson and the producers of "Criminal Minds" must first set aside their differences.
Are you happy with the way "Criminal Minds" handled Hotch's exit? Do you think there is still a possibility for Thomas Gibson to return to "Criminal Minds" Season 12? Share your thoughts and comments below.
