'The Rookie' Season 6: Jenna Dewan's pregnancy sparks speculation for ABC's drama series' storyline

With 100 episodes to go 'The Rookie' Season 6 will be jam-packed with action and adventure
Jenna Dewan in a still from 'The Rookie' (@ABC)
Jenna Dewan in a still from 'The Rookie' (@ABC)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: With the sixth season of ABC's 'The Rookie' slated for release on February 20, fans are wondering if Jenna Dewan, who portrays Bailey Nune's real-life pregnancy will be part of the plotline. The answer is no.

The series, which is created by Alexi Hawley, has had a successful run for five seasons and is making a comeback with a new edition, which stars Richard T. Jones, Alyssa Diaz, Nathan Fillion, Mercedes Mason, and Melissa O'Neil.

'The Rookie' Season 6 will not include Jenna Dewan's pregnancy

WEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 13: Jenna Dewan attends the Baby2Baby 10-Year Gala presented b
Jenna Dewan plays the role of Bailey Nune in 'The Rookie' (Getty Images)

Fans have been wondering if Dewan's actual pregnancy will be incorporated into the series plot since she announced her engagement to Steve Kazee at the beginning of this year.

However, showrunner Alexi Hawley has confirmed that Dewan's pregnancy will not be featured in the show.

In a recent interview with TV Line, Hawley stated that Dewan's pregnancy conflicts with the upcoming season's storyline, which will feature a conflict between John Nolan (Nathan Fillion) and Bailey Nune (Jenna Dewan) over their desire for children.

What is the plot of 'The Rookie' Season 6?

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Nathan Fillion in a still from 'The Rookie' (@ABC)

With 100 episodes to go, the sixth season of the well-known show will be jam-packed with action and adventure as Nolan and his team must contend with a new foe who was hinted after the fifth season.

In addition, there will be disagreements between Nolan and Bailey on whether or not to become parents.

The sixth season will also reveal the characters' intricate interactions as they maneuver their lives through Los Angeles' criminal world.

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