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Laurence Fishburne Opts for “Red Pill,” Leaves CSI

CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

Laurence Fishburne has decided not to renew his contract for CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, the long-running hit CBS program.

Fishburne’s contract expired after the season 11 finale in May. Lawrence, the Matrix alum who joined CSI in 2008 to replace William Petersen, indicated that he wanted to return for at least another year as Dr. Ray Langston.

“I’m having a great time,” said ‘Fish’, while acknowledging the challenge he faced in replacing Petersen’s Grissom. “I was cognizant of the fact that Grissom was a much-beloved character. I made it my business to sit down and watch almost every episode of CSI from season 1 until I came on. It was about understanding the world and becoming as immersed in the show as possible. I love it.”

Despite his apparent enthusiasm for the series, Fishburne’s move was a shocker to few.

“Nobody expected him to be on the show for 7 years,” an insider told Deadline.com. “It’s Laurence Fishburne.”

CSI is expected to bring on a replacement for the Oscar-nominated actor but so far there is only speculation as to who the new lead investigator might be.

What are your thoughts on Dr. Raymond’s departure? Could Grissom make a surprise return to the show?

via EW

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5 Responses to “Laurence Fishburne Opts for “Red Pill,” Leaves CSI”

  2. Donald Myatt

    I would love to see Grissom back on the show. Even with Fishburne leaving, it has already been established that Kathryn will make limited appearances on the show. Will this be the last season for CSI, I really hope not, there is nothing else to watch. All of the Reality TV shows are so scripted with the outcomes and are such a bore to watch. Miamia CSI was never a good show. CSI NY was three times as good as Maimia.

  3. Chuck Colvin

    I thinkthey should do one more year, and bring Grissom back. It's been disjointed having his wife around while he's supposedly off chasing bugs. Use the year for some really good plots and to tie up loose ends.

  4. Jessica Torres Diaz

    I have to agree with what some people have already written. They should bring Grissom back for this season and make it their last. They deserve to go out with a bang! Kudos to the show!