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Stana Katicwas let go from the ABC dramedy series "Castle" four years ago but the memory still stings for the actress.
The 42-year-old, who played Det. Kate Beckett and the love interest of the show's leading man Rick Castle (Nathan Fillion), was part of the show for eight years and was reportedly ousted in a budgetary move.
She recently told Australia’sDaily Telegraph(via theDaily Mail) that she was "confused" and "hurt" when she found out she wouldn't be returning for Season 9.
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“Time has passed and I am so thankful to have been a part of that project [and] for it to have affected as many people as it did.People loved [Kate and Nathan Fillion’s Rick as a] couple and loved the story we told, loved all of those characters," Katic added.
Stana Katic (L) and Nathan Fillion (R) in a scene from 'Castle.' (Byron Cohen/Walt Disney Television via Getty Images)
At the time, it was also announced that longtime cast member Tamala Jones wouldn't bereturning as M.E. Lanie Parish.
Back in 2016, ABC released a statement about the casting shakeup: "Kate Beckett has been a beloved character on our hit series 'Castle' for the past eight years. We are grateful for Stana Katic’s talent and dedication to the series and we hope to continue our relationship. Tamala Jones has also been an integral part of the series and we are grateful she was a part of 'Castle.'"
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And at the time, Katic said,“Rather then distract from what was an amazing experience, I would just like to say that I’m very grateful to ABC for giving me the opportunity to be a part of a much beloved show. Thank you to the fans.”
Stana Katic played Det. Kate Beckett for eight seasons on 'Castle.' (Richard Cartwright/Walt Disney Television via Getty Images)
But in a 2018 interview with Entertainment Weekly, after having time to think about her sudden exit, Katic said,“I’m actuallystill not clear on the thought processbehind the way that it went down. ... It hurt and it was a harsh ending.”
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"Castle" went on to be canceled in May 2016 and never had a ninth season after all.
FAQs
Slipping ratings, the grueling production schedule, and, possibly, cast friction led to an abrupt ending, though it wouldn't be the last procedural to fall victim to off-set drama.
Did Castle and Beckett get along in real life? ›
Stana Katic and Nathan Fillion, who played a married couple Richard Castle and Kate Beckett on the long-running ABC drama Castle, had major friction behind the scenes, Us Weekly exclusively revealed in April 2016. “Stana would go in her dressing room and cry,” a source told Us.
What kind of person is Stana Katic? ›
Based on Stana Katic's public persona and behavior in interviews, she could be classified as an ISTP personality type. ISTPs are introverted, sensing, thinking, and perceiving individuals who are adventurous and practical.
What was the last episode that Stana Katic was in? ›
ABC has released a set of photos from the Season 8 finale of Castle (airing May 16) — aka Stana Katic's final appearance as Kate Beckett. As previously reported, Katic, along with longtime cast member Tamala Jones (who plays Lanie), was not asked back for Season 9, in the event the procedural gets renewed.
Did the cast of Castle get along? ›
Castle was a popular procedural mystery show with a unique premise, starring Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic as the crime-solving duo Richard Castle and Kate Beckett. Despite their on-screen chemistry, Fillion and Katic reportedly had a hostile relationship off-screen.
Was there an alternate ending to Castle? ›
The showrunner basically explained to TV Line that there were mainly some differences between the tracking shots at the end, which is why they ultimately chose to leave the alternate ending off of the disc.
Did Nathan Fillion like Stana? ›
Actors Nathan Fillion and Stana Katic were once reportedly at odds with each other on the set of Castle. Neither have corroborated the reports. But if there's one thing the two actors didn't see eye-to-eye on, it was the relationship between the characters.
What happened to the actress that played Beckett on Castle? ›
Stana founded The Alternative Travel Project and is involved in numerous other charities too. She's been married to Kris Brkljac since 2015 and secretly welcomed their first child in 2021.
Does Stana Katic speak Spanish? ›
Stana speaks Serbian, French, English, and Italian. She can also speak in accents of British, Irish, Eastern European, Italian, Spanish, Greek, and South African. Stana holds dual citizenship in the United States and Canada. Much like her character Kate Beckett on Castle (2009), Katic is an avid reader.
Did Stana and Nathan ever get along? ›
“Stana Katic and Nathan Fillion completely despise each other,” a source told Us. “They will not speak when they are off set, and this has been going on for seasons now.” The two stars joined the show in March 2009 in the pilot episode, and their characters even married each other in season 6.
In season eight, with the discovery of Loksat and Beckett's obsession over her mother's murder resuming, she ends her romantic relationship with Castle in order to protect him. However, the two eventually make amends and get back together.
Was Caleb the real LokSat? ›
Caleb Brown is one of LokSat's many gunmen and a loyal follower – or so it seems. LokSat, who, up until the finale, has been an unknown character, is revealed to be Mason Wood, the architect behind "The Beckett Conspiracy".
Why did Castle and Beckett take a time out? ›
In Season 8's XX, Beckett decides to take a break in her relationship with Castle to keep him safe from LokSat.
What really happened to Castle when he disappeared? ›
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While evidence suggests that Castle orchestrated his own kidnapping and disappearance, it was later revealed that the CIA was responsible for the abduction and took Castle to Thailand where he could help them stop a terrorist attack.
Who ended up being LokSat on Castle? ›
LokSat, who, up until the finale, has been an unknown character, is revealed to be Mason Wood, the architect behind "The Beckett Conspiracy".
Who is Kate Beckett married to in real life? ›
