The Rookie: Why Bridget Regan’s Monica Was Killed Off

By New Zealand Blog News Service Jun 27, 2026

Monica Stevens finally meets her end in The Rookie Season 8. Here’s why creator Alexi Hawley killed her off, and what actress Bridget Regan thought about it.
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