Why Danny Is Usually The Only One Really Eating In Blue Bloods' Family Dinner Scenes

Goldberg's statement, when fully examined, also asserts that "Blue Bloods" itself is much more of a family drama than your average police procedural, which is exactly what appeals to fans. As writer Robin Green elaborated in the same TV Guide article, "Not that these characters don't have flaws, but they are basically strong, good, honorable people who are trying to do the right thing and make an honorable world."

As realistic and endearing as these dinner scenes might be, it's worth noting that nearly every actor in these scenes is merely pretending to eat, and as such, most of the characters in these scenes barely touch their food. The one exception is Danny Reagan (Donnie Wahlberg), who practically inhales everything on his plate and frequently speaks with his mouth full.