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When Will Trent star Ramón Rodríguez visits TVLine’s New York City studio, he and I pick up where we left off. Last we spoke (over Zoom), the star and producer of the hit ABC crime drama teed up the eventual debut of Will’s long-lost uncle — Lucy’s brother, Antonio Miranda — and this is the first chance we’ve had to discuss the anticipated family reunion, which played out in the series’ April 9 episode.
“It was a lot to think about because I can only try to place myself in the character’s shoes,” Rodríguez says. “This is the first time he’s meeting an actual, living family member, and someone who could have a lot of answers to a lot of questions that Will has.”
Rodríguez proceeds to make an astute connection between Will’s past and present. He’s referring to the moment where Will is standing in front of his favorite taco truck, with Betty in his arms, hoping that Antonio hasn’t changed his mind about meeting him.
“It’s like he’s back in the foster care system, hoping that someone takes him in,” Rodríguez posits. “It’s that fear of the unknown, and the anxiety of it all.” But when Antonio arrives, “you could feel the love he has for Will. It’s really special.
“Will there be conflict? Without a doubt,” Rodríguez teases. “There will be stuff that comes up for [Will]. He’s got to… figure out ‘How do I navigate this with someone who is new, who is family?’ The feelings of betrayal and abandonment really surface for Will, so there is going to be some conflict, for sure.”
But before the show delves further into the relationship between the titular special agent and his uncle, audiences this Tuesday (ABC, 8/7c) will accompany Will and Faith to a wedding where all hell breaks loose.
“He doesn’t want to go,” Rodríguez tells TVLine. “He’s really, sort of, begrudgingly agreeing to do it, but [Faith] needs him there, so he’s going to show up for his partner.” And they head into the affair unarmed, not anticipating that a group of gunmen are going to infiltrate the venue and take everyone — including Faith’s son Jeremy — captive. The stakes, Rodríguez says, “are really high.”
And lest you think it’s a standalone episode, Rodríguez promises that Will will once again be visited by visions of his 12-year-old self as he and Faith try to get this hostage crisis under control.
Will Trent Season 2 resumes with Episode 7 on Tuesday, April 30 at 8 pm on ABC. Watch the video Q&A above for additional scoop on the episode.
I would love to watch the video but it isn’t showing, just the print interview. Looking forward to the episode.
I love Will Trent. I like that Will has a past and a handicap that makes him a real person that we can all relate to. And Betty is an adorable bonus. In spite of his rough start in life he has managed to become an empathetic considerate helpful person and a contributing member of society on the right side of the law.
When a series based on a book series can’t get the the simple things correct such as race, age and hair color of the main characters correct, It completely destroys the series for me.
U live “Will Trent”
It’s a different type of series like none other .
It breaks my heart when Trent recalls his childhood past.
The actors are great
Keep it up
Love love Will Trent and all the cast,Great show.I Dvr each episode as I watch while I’m recording it.i watch 3 or 4x week
Hi, Can some one tell me in season 1 episode 1 there was a perpetrator who was not found and wasnt even addressed till now.Did they just leave it hanging?
what perp was not found? the perp who killed the 2 kids in the house and kidnapped the third killed himself?
I LOVE this show!!
As a former foster child myself, I identify with his flashbacks, feelings, and memories….
It is a well done show!!
Wedding episode was not one of their best. But it was still better thsn half of what’s on TV.
I love Ramon & the whole cast! So happy ABC picked up Will Trent! Thank you Ramon! 💖👏
Love. LOVE ❤️ WILL TRENT ! EVERYTHING ABOUT IT! EACH WEEK A CLIFFHANGER.
From the first show last season to last night’s episode I love Will Trent. He plays the part so well that you feel like he’s really Will Trent! I don’t watch much crime/drama TV but Will Trent is an exception. Hope there will be many seasons ahead!
This show goes deep into Will’s character, coming from foster care to being an astute detective. He is perceptive and throws himself into his cases. His background comes through and helps him empathize with others.
Will Trent is the first show I have really enjoyed in a long time
Really enjoying getting to know Will and other characters. Great presentation of past and present! Thanks