This season marks a change of pace for Rochelle Aytes, who is stepping down from her regular role on the hit series S.W.A.T. Fans should not fear, however, as the talented actress isn’t straying far from the CBS family.
Aytes has been a staple character, portraying Nichelle Carmichael since the third season and eventually climbing to series regular status in its sixth season. Deadline has indicated that despite her not being asked to return in the same capacity, the S.W.A.T. creators hope to retain her presence within the show’s universe.
As for her on-screen future, Rochelle Aytes is set to make recurring appearances in the series’ forthcoming eighth season.
Moreover, CBS has secured a new trajectory for Aytes in an exciting new show!
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Aytes is poised to make a splash in the upcoming medical drama titled Watson, wherein Morris Chestnut takes on the mantle of a legendary detective who shifts his prowess from crime-solving to deciphering medical enigmas.
According to Deadline, Rochelle will embrace the role of Dr. Mary Morstan, described as one of the East Coast’s premier surgeons and the Medical Director at her hospital. Not only is she an authoritative figure, but she’s also known to keep her former husband, Dr. Watson (Chestnut), grounded. Though she values Watson’s diagnostic brilliance and his unique take on medical conundrums, she sometimes finds herself at odds with his non-conventional approach to the healthcare industry.
It has also been revealed that another mainstay will not be returning to the S.W.A.T. cast next season.
FAQs
Why is Rochelle Aytes leaving ‘S.W.A.T.’?
While specific details have not been disclosed, Deadline reported that Aytes was not invited back as a series regular. However, she will still maintain ties to the ‘S.W.A.T.’ universe by appearing in a recurring capacity.
What is Rochelle Aytes’ new role on CBS?
She has been cast in the upcoming CBS medical drama series ‘Watson’, where she’ll portray Dr. Mary Morstan, a highly respected surgeon and Medical Director who interacts closely with her character’s ex-husband, Dr. Watson.
Will Rochelle Aytes continue to appear on ‘S.W.A.T.’?
Yes, although not as a series regular, Rochelle Aytes is expected to return to ‘S.W.A.T.’ in a recurring capacity during the series’ eighth season.
Who will Morris Chestnut play on ‘Watson’?
Morris Chestnut will star as the eponymous Dr. Watson, a character inspired by one of history’s most famous detectives, now focused on solving medical mysteries instead of crimes.
Is ‘Watson’ connected to ‘S.W.A.T.’ in any way?
No, ‘Watson’ is a separate series from ‘S.W.A.T.’ with no narrative connection between the two shows. Rochelle Aytes’ involvement in both represents her engagements with different projects within the CBS network.