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John Reardon Tribute as Hudson & Rex Recasts Role
9/26/2025
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Story summary
- John Reardon did not leave Hudson & Rex by choice after Season 7; the role was recast with Luke Roberts as Detective Mark Hudson.
- Reardon underwent treatment for tonsil cancer during filming but was cleared to return.
- Diesel, the show's original dog, died of cancer. Reardon paid tribute.
- He plans to continue acting and thanked fans for their support.
