The latest "Castle" season 8 update reveals about a new character joins the cast as a "fractional" character.
TVLine recently reported that they are now casting a new character preferably with "African-American or Hispanic actresses in their late 20s to play the part", to be named as Hayley.
"Hayley, a quick-witted, free-spirited former LAPD cop who now works as a security specialist and is not afraid to cross lines to get things done."(via TV Line)
"The new role would be a "fractional series regular," which indicates she would appear in many episodes. However, "Castle" show bosses are not giving out more details just yet," IB Times wrote.
It still unknown whether Hayley would play a big role on Beckket and Castle's lives. While rumors claim that she will play as a security agent for Beckket who would run for a senatorial bid.
Cartermatt added that described as "not afraid to cross lines to get things done," might suggest that she could be a potential villain in the long run, but this could be the least we may expect from her character.
Meanwhile, Penny Johnson Jerald, who plays the role of Captain Victoria Gates took to social media to expressed her disappoint over her removal from the show, though the reason of her removable from the show was not disclosed as the producers and the actress kept mum about the issue. (via VCPost)
"To my Castle fans around the world, as of late yesterday I am surprised and saddened to learn that I will no longer be a part of the Castle family. Thank you all for your support and love. Hugs from PJJ," Penny Johnson Jerald posted on Twitter.
The actress's sudden exit from the show sparked speculations that Beckket will replace her as a captain on the NYPD as she has passed a Captain exam in the previous season.
More "Castle" season 8 updates here! Stay tuned.
