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New York Post
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
‘S.W.A.T.' star slams Shemar Moore spinoff for excluding cast: ‘We were brushed aside'
No spinoff for you. 'S.W.A.T.' star David Lim has addressed the upcoming spinoff series that excludes the main cast — except for Shemar Moore. Lim, who played Officer Tan for all eight seasons of the CBS drama that was canceled in March, released a statement where he said that seeing the news of 'S.W.A.T. Exiles' did 'sting.' Advertisement 8 'S.W.A.T.' stars David Lim and Shemar Moore. davidbradleylim/Instagram 'Being a part of S.W.A.T. for the past 8 seasons has been one of the great honors of my life,' he wrote alongside a group photo of the 'S.W.A.T.' cast and crew on Wednesday. 'I poured my heart into playing Tan — and even more than that, into the team and friendships we built on and off screen.' 'What made 'S.W.A.T.' special wasn't just the action, or one character. It was the squad. The bond. The camaraderie. The shared blood, sweat, tears, and laughs we gave to every episode,' he continued. 'That effortless chemistry was there from the very first day we came together for the pilot, and it carried through all 8 seasons.' Advertisement 8 David Lim in S.W.A.T. CBS The actor said that while 'he's proud of how we fought' for Season 9, he believes the cast 'had more stories to tell.' 'We wanted it for our crew, for each other, and for the newer faces just joining us,' said Lim. 'It wasn't in the cards for all of us — and that's okay. We had a magical run and went out on a high note with those final two episodes.' 8 'S.W.A.T.' was canceled after 8 seasons in March 2025. CBS Advertisement 8 David Lim and Shemar Moore on the set of 'S.W.A.T.' davidbradleylim/Instagram 'I'd be lying if I said the rollout of the new spinoff didn't sting,' Lim admitted. 'It was tough to see it announced just two days after our finale — with no mention of the cast who helped build S.W.A.T. from day one. After 8 incredible seasons, it felt like we were brushed aside when there could've been a moment of reflection and recognition — for the people who built this show, and for the impact it had on so many.' Lim thanked fans supporting the 'S.W.A.T.' cast and reiterated that he's 'proud' of the entire team behind the series. 8 The cast of 'S.W.A.T.' CBS Advertisement 'No version of this story can take that away,' he added. 'Thanks for riding with us. SWAT. 🖤.' Lim's co-stars Niko Pepaj and Annie Ilonzeh, who have also been excluded from the spinoff, supported his message in the comments section. 'Very well said David🫶🏽🤎,' wrote Ilonzeh, 41. 8 David Lim and Shemar Moore filming 'S.W.A.T.' davidbradleylim/Instagram 'S.W.A.T. Exiles' was announced by Sony Pictures two days after the original series was canceled. Moore, who is reprising his role as Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson, shared an Instagram video where he addressed being the only cast member to return. 'Nobody likes change. I understand that. I get it 100%, but without change, you can't grow,' he stated earlier this month. 'You can't win without taking your lumps. 'S.W.A.T. Exiles,' baby, we won the battle.' 8 Shemar Moore in 'S.W.A.T.' Bill Inoshita/CBS/Sony Pictures Television Advertisement 8 Shemar Moore and Jay Harrington during a scene in 'S.W.A.T.' CBS The 55-year-old actor went on to call himself 'the Tom Brady of ''S.W.A.T.,'' adding, 'that's not arrogant, that's not ego, it's the fact.' 'So proud, so grateful,' said Moore. 'Not going to apologize for nothing. Busted my ass for 31 years to do what I do, and excited about the future.' 'S.W.A.T.' also starred Stephanie Sigman, Alex Russell, Lina Esco, Kenny Johnson, Jay Harrington and Patrick St. Esprit.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shemar Moore Says ‘Nobody Likes Change' as ‘S.W.A.T.' Fans Saddened by Spinoff Not Bringing Back Co-Stars: ‘I'm the Tom Brady' of ‘S.W.A.T.' and ‘It's a Fact'
Shemar Moore posted a divisive video on his Instagram profile defending his decision to return for a 'S.W.A.T' sequel series without his former cast members. As reported by Variety, Moore is returning as Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson for the 10-episode 'S.W.A.T. Exiles' spinoff after the flagship series ended its eight-season run on May 16. Moore's co-stars, included Jay Harrington (who played fan favorite Deacon), were not announced to be joining him, prompting disappointing and criticism from 'S.W.A.T.' fans. 'I might catch some flak from the industry and probably most likely from the fans,' Moore said at the start of his video post. 'Nobody likes change. I understand it. But without change you can't grow.' More from Variety 'S.W.A.T.' Lives: Shemar Moore to Star in Spinoff 'S.W.A.T. Exiles,' Ordered to Series by Sony With Showrunner Jason Ning 'S.W.A.T.' Star Shemar Moore Says 'I Ain't Done Yet' After Series' Third Cancellation: 'Hey Netflix, How You Doing? We'd Love to Come Play' 'S.W.A.T.' Canceled by CBS for a Third Time - After Eight Seasons and Two Previous Saves Moore promised that 'S.W.A.T. Exiles' would be 'bigger' and 'bolder' than the original show, describing it as ''S.W.A.T' on steroids.' He then called himself the 'Tom Brady of 'S.W.A.T.'' 'That's not arrogant. That's not ego, it's a fact,' Moore said. 'Tom Brady might be the quarterback, but you know, people get traded. Tight ends get traded. The running back gets traded, the receivers get traded but the teams keep pushing with their quarterback and I'm that guy. I'm so proud, so grateful and not gonna apologize for nothing. Busted my ass for 31 years to do what I do, and excited for the future.' Moore called his former cast members 'family for life,' adding it's 'bittersweet' to move on without them. CBS announced in March that it was cancelling 'S.W.A.T.' after eight seasons. The synopsis for the new series reads: 'After a high-profile mission goes sideways, Daniel 'Hondo' Harrelson is pulled out of forced retirement to lead a last-chance experimental SWAT unit made up of untested, unpredictable young recruits. Hondo must bridge a generational divide, navigate clashing personalities, and turn a squad of outsiders into a team capable of protecting the city and saving the program that made him who he is.' Watch Moore's full message to 'S.W.A.T' fans in the video below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Shemar Moore (@shemarfmoore) Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
