Riverdale will lose two of its parents: Skeet Ulrich and Marisol Nichols will exit the CW series at the end of the show’s current fourth season.
Ulrich (who played as Jughead’s (Cole Sprouse) father, F.P. Jones) and Nicols (who portrayed Veronica’s mother, Hermione Lodge) both released statements to TVLine addressing their exits.
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“I’m incredibly grateful for the friendships I’ve made on Riverdale, and I will miss seeing everyone on a daily basis,” Ulrich said in a statement to the outlet. “I’m proud to have been part of such a talented group of people, in front of the camera and behind. But I’ve decided that it’s time for me to move on to explore other creative opportunities.”
“I had an incredible time bringing Hermione Lodge to life and working with my amazing cast, who became family,” the actress said in a statement to TVLine. “We had so many wonderful times together during the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. We really do have the best fans ever. I am looking forward to the next chapter and am excited about the future.”
Riverdale showrunner Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa confirmed the two stars departures in a statement to TVLine as well. “Part of life in Riverdale — and part of growing up — is saying goodbye to people. I’m grateful to Skeet and Marisol for their incredible work on the show these last four years, and we all wish them well on their future endeavors. F.P. and Hermione will never be far from our hearts. And, of course, they’re always welcome back in Riverdale,” the showrunner said in a statement.
It is not known how the two characters will be written off the show at this time.
Okay, it’s official. Best fans ever. Been reading all ur tweets. Tku for the love & support. We’re still filming Riverdale till April so still more to come, and then 1 month till #spiral #saw movie comes out! Beyond excited. Nothing but ❤️ for all of u.😍
— Marisol Nichols (@marisolnichols) February 24, 2020
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