Why Scott Patterson Says He’s Departing ‘Sullivan’s Crossing’: “Creative Differences Were Becoming Untenable”

The 'Gilmore Girls' alum played Harry 'Sully' Sullivan on the romantic drama for three seasons. Scott Patterson in 'Sullivan's Crossing.' Everett Collection Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment Logo text Sullivan’s Crossing fans will be missing a friendly face from the upcoming fourth season. Scott Patterson, who plays Harry ‘Sully’ Sullivan, the estranged father Maggie Sullivan (Morgan Kohan) has reconnected with, took to Instagram on Thursday to share his side as to why he won’t be returning for the new season, which is set to premiere on April 20. “Every actor knows what it’s like to fall in love with a character and a story. I fell in love with Sully and have nothing but fondness for him,” he wrote. “The creative differences were becoming untenable and I just sadly realized that the show was not something that I could agree to continue.” Related Stories TV 'Gilmore Girls' Turns 25: Cast and Creator Spill Casting Secrets, Talk Show's Popularity and Hopes for a Movie TV 'Gilmore Girls' Stars Lauren Graham, Scott Patterson Reunite in New Walmart Holiday Ad Patterson wanted to set the record straight regarding his reasoning for exiting the show, as he claims other people speaking out aren’t telling the whole truth. While he didn’t name anyone specific, Sullivan’s Crossing showrunner Roma Roth previously told People that Patterson’s absence in the new season was due to how season three ended. “Season 3 of Sullivan’s Crossing ended with Sully leaving for Ireland, beginning a new chapter in his life. Season 4 picks up the next day, with Sully still overseas,” Roth said, adding, “The character remains an important part of the world with the potential to be included in future seasons should that align with the ongoing creative.” However, the Gilmore Girls alum has a different perspective on the situation. “It’s unfortunate that it is now being implied that they moved on from me/Sully when the fact is the complete opposite, and those who sadly already have spoken out are also fully aware of this fact, and yet chose to say otherwise,” he wrote. “I was not intending to make any statement but the fans of the books and the show deserve to know the truth as I have always been respectful of those who support this industry by watching and loving these characters we are so dang lucky and blessed to portray and bring to life.”Patterson concluded his post, “I really enjoyed Sully and fought for his voice and his character. The richness and depth of Sully, whom the fans of the books all know and love, is so multi-layered and interesting. The fans deserved better than to think the embodiment of this character, me, would just disrespect not only the show, but them. In the end, we’re all fans of these characters and stories, and I’ll always support and defend the truth.” Sullivan’s Crossing follows neurosurgeon Maggie Sullivan, who reconnects with her small-town past after a scandal causes her to leave her professional and personal life behind in the city. Read More About: scott patterson THR Newsletters Sign up for THR news straight to your inbox every day Subscribe Sign Up More from The Hollywood Reporter TV Ratings ‘Love Story’ Sets a Streaming Record for FX Limited Series on Hulu