How Scott Patterson's character Sully exits “Sullivan's Crossing” in season 4

Warning: This article contains spoilers forSullivan's Crossingseason 4,episode 1.

Key Points

• Scott Patterson's departure from Sullivan's Crossing was announced in March.

• In the season 4 premiere, it's revealed how his character, Sully, is written out of the show.

• Patterson previously made a statement on his exit, saying that "creative differences were becoming untenable."

Sully is simply Out of Office (at least, that’s what theSullivan’s Crossingwriters want you to think).

Following the announcement ofScott Patterson’s departurefrom the show in March, we’ve been waiting to see how the writers might handle his absence — especially given the actor’sstatementhinting that things didn’t go according to plan.

The most we get in the season 4 premiere is a brief explanation from Sully’s daughter Maggie (Morgan Kohan) during a conversation with Cal (Chad Michael Murray). “Sully just left. We can’t let things slide around here,” Maggie tells Cal.

She adds, “Sorry, I think I’m just feeling overwhelmed with him leaving like that. It just…it all took me by surprise.” It’s a line that almost feels like a wink to the audience, in the context of Patterson’s seemingly tense departure.

Beyond this conversation, there is no definitive write-off for Sully just yet. It looks like Sully is still out enjoying Ireland, but there are no hints at his return date. Cal and Maggie are left running the Crossing in the interim, navigating complicated guests and Maggie’s surprise ex-husband.

While the characters try to resume business as usual, Patterson's absence is palpable. We are left waiting for his face to appear in the season 4 opening credits. We miss out on the motivational heart-to-heart conversations between Sully and Cal. We don't get the healing, reconciliatory moments with Maggie or the quippy banter with the Cranebears.

Patterson's departure doesn't keep the writers from referencing Sully in character dialogue, but they don't commit to a proper goodbye either. So far, they have left the possibility of Sully’s reappearance in the show open-ended. It begs the question: Will they recast him?

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As we saw in theseason 3 finale, Patterson’s character made the impromptu decision to join his romance novelist girlfriend Helen (Kate Vernon) on a trip to Ireland. Sully explained to Maggie, “It’s time for me to finally let myself go in a new direction.”

Although Sully promised that going to Ireland with Helen wasn’t going to change how much he loves the Crossing, it seems creative differences did change Patterson’s sentiment on returning to the show.

Ahead of season 4, showrunner and executive producer Roma Roth confirmed Patterson’s exit to EW.

“Season 3 ofSullivan's Crossingended with Sully leaving for Ireland, beginning a new chapter in his life. Season 4 picks up the next day, with Sully still overseas. While he isn’t physically present in this season, the character remains an important part of the world with the potential to be included in future seasons should that align with the ongoing creative,” Roth said.

Patterson replied with his version of the departure. “The creative differences were becoming untenable and I just sadly realized that the show was not something that I could agree to continue,” he said in a statement on Instagram. "It’s unfortunate that it is now being implied that they moved on from me/Sully when the fact is the complete opposite, and those who sadly already have spoken out are also fully aware of this fact, and yet chose to say otherwise.”

TheGilmore Girlsalum concluded, "The fans deserved better than to think the embodiment of this character, me, would just disrespect not only the show, but them. In the end, we’re all fans of these characters and stories, and I’ll always support and defend the truth.”

Sullivan’s Crossingseason 4 airs new episodes Mondays on The CW.

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Seven teenagers were shot, including two fatally, after a "planned fight" between juveniles at a North Carolina park escalated and several people opened fire, authorities said.

The gunfire broke out at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem on Monday morning, according to police.

The fight broke out at the park before 10 a.m., and the "situation escalated significantly, leading to multiple people exchanging gunfire," the Winston-Salem Police Department said.

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Two people are dead, according to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation. Winston-Salem police identified them as 17-year-old Erubey Romero Medina, who was found in the parking lot of the park, and 16-year-old Daniel Jimenez Millian, who was located inside the park. Both had gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene, police said.

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The names of the injured minors will not be released, while the names of the adults are being withheld pending further investigation into their involvement, Burns said.

"Detectives are actively working to determine each individual's role in this incident," he said during a press briefing on Monday. "Preliminary information indicates that some of those injured may have also been involved in the shooting."

It is unclear how many firearms were involved, according to Winston-Salem Police Chief William H. Penn.

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The incident was isolated to the park and remains under investigation, police said.

Leinbach Park is located near a middle school. Students at the school were safe, police said.

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Chief Penn expressed frustration over the deadly mass shooting.

"I feel like everyone else. I'm frustrated, I'm angry, I'm sad," he said during the press briefing. "This didn't have to happen. It's senseless. And hopefully we as a community kind of get fed up together and just get more involved, get more nosy."

He urged parents to speak with their children and to take actions such as checking their backpacks before school.

"We gotta tell them to stay away from fights. I feel like I just had the same conversation about cellphones, fights and how just having those phones out, how that changes the behavior of our youth," the chief said. "And I'm saying it again -- stay away from the fights. It's not the same as it used to be."

Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O'Neill also urged parents to speak with their children and for people to report fights in the hopes of avoiding such deadly violence.

"I can't help but believe that somebody out there would have known about this fight taking place this morning and didn't pick up a phone and anonymously call and this could have been averted," O'Neill said during the briefing. "There is incredible sadness and tragedy in the homes of our neighbors tonight, and it all could have been averted."

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LOS ANGELES (AP) —Eddie Murphytook a moment to look out at the star-studded room at the American Film Institute ceremony — at his family, his peers, the people who have shared his journey — and let it all sink in.

“Seeing all of my family, all my kids, my beautiful wife, and seeing all the different people I worked with, I’m just really filled up,” said Murphy, who received thelife achievement awardat the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles on Saturday night. “This is a special moment. I wish y’all could feel what I’m feeling, see what I’m seeing. I almost teared up. I’m going to get backstage and cry.”

Just before accepting the award, Murphy was met with a standing ovation, stepping onstage and moving through the ballroom as the applause followed. Along the way, he passedSpike Lee,Martin Lawrence,Dave Chappelle,Chris Rock, Arsenio Hall and Judge Reinhold.

The tribute, which also featured appearances from Bill Burr, Kevin Hart, Eva Longoria, Da'Vine Joy Randolph and Kenan Thompson, will premiere as a special onNetflixon May 31.

Murphy, 65, has moved from a teenage stand-up sensation to a breakout force on “Saturday Night Live” to a box office mainstay with films like “Beverly Hills Cop,” “Coming to America,” “The Nutty Professor” and the “Shrek” franchise.

Large images from those defining moments filled the venue stage, tracing a career that has crossed stand-up, television and film.

“Eddie made us laugh and made our nation feel better,” said Lee, who presented the award to Murphy. “I took a camera and told stories on how our nation could be better. … We both pushed culture forward. ... Every step of this journey, Eddie has been true to himself.”

Comedians pointed to Murphy’s influence across generations.

“There is no us without you,” Rock said.

Lawrence, who starred in the film “Life” with Murphy, shared a personal moment from early in his career, recalling how Murphy once declined his request for a photo. But now, that shouldn't be a problem since their children married each other in 2025.

“Now I can get all the pictures I want,” Lawrence said with a smile. “Because we're in-laws.”

Arsenio Hall, Murphy’s longtime collaborator on “Coming to America,” spoke about Murphy advocating for him in the film and highlighted the depth of his talent.

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“When Eddie does a family film, he plays a whole damn family,” Hall said.

Chappelle reflected on studying Murphy’s stand-up as a teenager watching “Raw.” He described Murphy as one of the defining figures in the industry and shared a recent visit to his home, where seeing Murphy’s grandchildren playing offered a deeper perspective on his life.

“I would watch him every day after school like I was taking a class,” said Chappelle, who also spoke on an interview where he consideredrevisiting “Chappelle's Show,”a project he once stepped away from, calling it one of the most meaningful experiences of his career.

Chappelle said Murphy encouraged him to revisit the idea, and even joked about joining the project if it comes to fruition.

“You are still the hero I want to be,” he said.

Stevie Wonder described Murphy’s impact as something that extends beyond comedy. He showed his deep admiration for the comedian-actor.

“Laughter can make life livable,” Wonder said. “Eddie is more than a comedian … he is a universal reminder.”

Mike Myers, who co-starred in the “Shrek” films with Murphy, credited him with helping define one of animation’s most beloved characters, calling his character portrayal of Donkey a “masterpiece.”

Jennifer Hudson delivered a musical tribute with performances from “Dreamgirls,” backed by a house band led by Rickey Minor.

The gala, which raised more than $2.5 million to support AFI’s nonprofit education programs, also included the presentation of the Franklin J. Schaffner Alumni Medal to cinematographerAutumn Durald Arkapaw,who spoke about finding her voice through the institute.

Murphy’s career has spanned nearly 50 years, from stand-up stages to blockbuster films, with a versatility that has kept him relevant across generations. In 2023, he received the Cecil B. DeMille Award at the Golden Globes and has spoken about embracing a deeper appreciation for his journey.

“Thank you for giving me this night that I will remember forever and ever and ever,” Murphy said. “I love you.”

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Jeremy Bieber and Pattie Mallette welcomed Justin Bieber in 1994

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• The singer is their only child together, although Justin has four siblings — Jazmyn, Allie, Bay and Jaxon — through his father

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Justin Bieber's parents,Jeremy BieberandPattie Mallette, were just teenagers when they welcomed him in March 1994.

The couple split shortly after his birth. While Justin remains Pattie's only child, Jeremy later expanded his blended family, welcoming four more children: Jazmyn, Allie, Bay and Jaxon.

Decades later, Justin entered a new chapter of his own. In summer 2024, he and his wife,Hailey Bieber, welcomed their first child, sonJack Blues Bieber— a milestone that also made Jeremy and Pattie grandparents for the first time.

In April 2026, the “Yukon” singer celebrated his roots on one of music's biggest stages. Whileheadlining Coachella, Justin gave his parents a heartfelt nod during his performance of “EVERYTHING HALLELUJAH,” singing, “Mom and dad, hallelujah.”

From how they encouraged his singing career to how they've expanded their families, here's everything to know about Justin Bieber's parents, Jeremy Bieber and Pattie Mallette.

Pattie worked office jobs when Justin was growing up

Justin's mother, Pattie, was born in 1975 in Ontario, and welcomed Justin when she was 18 years old. While Jeremy wasn't as active in Justin's upbringing when he was a child, Justin lived primarily with his mom, who toldThe New York Timesshe worked a number of low-paying office jobs to make ends meet.

“I grew up with not a lot of money,” Justin told the outlet in December 2009. “We never owned a house. I want to buy my mom a house.”

Pattie has been supportive of Justin's career since he was a child

According toBillboard, Pattie encouraged Justin's musical talent at a young age, entering him in talent shows and posting his performances on YouTube, which is how he ultimately got discovered.

Pattie has been by her son's side since the start of his fame, from Justin's initial visit to Atlanta to meet managerScooter Braunto signing with a record label. She also appeared in Justin's 2011 documentaryJustin Bieber: Never Say Never, which chronicled the musician's rise to stardom.

"It's really fun watching him grow and transition," Pattie told MTV News in 2013. "It's just been this crazy whirlwind, and I'm just along for the ride."

Jeremy and Justin have had an up-and-down relationship

Justin's dad, Jeremy Bieber, was also born in 1975 in Ontario. While he shares Justin with ex Pattie, he is also a father of four other children: He shares daughter Jazmyn and son Jaxon with ex Erin Wagner, and daughter Bay with his wife Chelsey Rebelo. Jeremy is also a dad to Chelsey's daughter Allie from a previous relationship.

While Justin's relationship with his father has experienced ups and downs over the years, the two have a strong bond. The singer toldBillboardin November 2015 that his father was "not in a place where he could raise a kid" when Justin was younger.

"He was immature. He left for like a year when I was about 4, went to British Columbia, came back on Father's Day," Justin recalled. "I remember my mom said, 'If you're going to be here, you have tobehere.' There's a misconception that he's this deadbeat dad, but he has been in my life since. I was with him on weekends and Wednesdays."

In February 2016, however, Justin toldGQthat he was "a lot closer to my dad than I am to my mom" at the time.

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The singer opened up about his relationship with Jeremy again in December 2017, sharing a photo of the two on Instagram and writing, "I️ love continuing to get to know my father I️ love working through hard things to get to the good things..relationships are worth fighting forespecially with family!! Love you forever and always daddy!"

The "Peaches" singer is "honored" to be Jeremy's son and praised his father in a 2022 post for Father's Day. "Love you pops!" he captioned a throwbackphoto. "Happy Father's Day! So much to look forward to. Best is still ahead of us! Honored to be your son."

Justin also has a relationship with his stepmom, Chelsey Bieber

Chelsey Bieber (née Rebelo) is Justin's stepmom. After dating Jeremy for several years,the two got engagedon Feb. 19, 2016, in St. Barths.

Justin celebrated his father's pending nuptials at an engagement party in Toronto a few months later.Justin reportedly performed at the private partyand played piano. He laterserved as a groomsmanat Jeremy and Chelsey's 2018 wedding.

Just like Justin, Chelsey is a Toronto Maple Leafs fan, frequently sharingphotosof herself attending games with Jeremy and wearing team garb.

She's also seen her stepson perform on tour. In March 2022, she shared aphotoof Jeremy and their four children at one of Justin's shows. "Let's gooooooo @justinbieber 💜💜💜💜," she captioned the shot.

Pattie and Justin were estranged for a period of time

While Pattie has supported Justin's career, they were estranged for two years. In November 2015, the pop star toldBillboardthat their relationship was "pretty nonexisting."

He explained, "I was distant because I was ashamed. I never wanted my mom to be disappointed in me, and I knew she was. We spent some time not talking, so it takes time to rebuild that trust. She's living in Hawaii now, so it's hard, but getting better. She's an amazing woman, and I love her."

The mother-son duoreunited in January 2018for a vacation together, and Pattie shared aphotoof the two in an embrace with a sweet caption.

"I'm so proud of the amazing young man you are, and the young man you are becoming," she wrote. "I admire your character and integrity. You are maturing beautifully and wise beyond your years."

Pattie is close with Hailey Bieber

Pattie also seemingly has a close relationship with Justin's wife, Hailey, whom he wed in September 2018. One day after Justin and Hailey secretly tied the knot,Pattie celebrated the coupleby tweeting, “Love is unconditional.”

Pattie and Jeremy became grandparents for the first time in 2024

Pattie and Jeremy became grandparentswhen Justin and Hailey welcomed their first child, son Jack Blues Bieber.

"OH MY HEART.WELCOME BABY JACK!! I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!" Pattie wrote on Instagram in response to the couple's news.

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Joe Jonashas gone Instagram-official with girlfriendTatiana Gabriela, dropping their first loved-up couple photo on his grid.

Taking to social mediaon Saturday, April 18, the singer, 36, shared a carousel of photos, including a black-and-white image of Gabriela cozying up to him and tenderly resting her hands around his neck and shoulder.

“If you’re seeing this it means my puerto rico YT vid is up now ꕤ｡” Jonas captioned the post, as he promoted a new video dropped via theJonas Brothers’ YouTube channel.

In the YouTube video, Jonas shared a rare glimpse into the couple’s relationship with footage from a trip to Puerto Rico.

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The eight-minute video shows the pair joking around as the Puerto Rican model attempted to teach the boy band member how to speak Spanish. Other parts of the video detailed the couple being affectionate with one another, casually drinking coffee, going out for dinner and eating pizza as well as enjoying mojitos and local street food such as pinchos.

“She’s helping with my Spanish,” Jonas told the camera at one point. He later added, “Then we went to a waterfall, we jumped in, it was so nice.”

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Us Weeklybroke the news in Januarythat Jonas had recently started seeing Gabriela.

“They started seeing each other at the end of the summer,” a source exclusively toldUsat the time, revealing that Gabriela even met Jonas’ friends, family and his two daughters with ex-wife Sophie Turner.

Both Jonas and Gabriela have kept tight-lipped about their romance in public, but the “Cake by the Ocean” musician previously hinted at the relationship via social media.

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In January, fans were convincedJonas was soft-launching his relationshipwith Gabriela when he uploaded a post via Instagram that featured one of his black studded loafers next to an mystery woman’s leg.

Jonas was previously married to Turner, 30, from 2019 to 2023 before the pair called it quits. The pair are coparents to two daughters, Willa, who was born in 2020 and Delphine, who they welcomed in 2022.

After finalizing his divorce, Jonas was briefly romantically linked to modelStormi Breefor several months in 2024.

“I was seeing somebody at the time, and I was kind of having this idea of dating again. It was really scary and intimidating,” Jonas said during a TalkShopLive livestream in May 2025, discussing the inspiration for his albumMusic for People Who Believe in Love. “Love takes different shapes and forms, and I was rediscovering what that was.”

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