Many fans of the CBS police drama Blue Bloods have wondered if Will Estes, who plays Jamie Reagan, is related to Rob Estes, the actor known for his roles in Melrose Place, 90210, and Silk Stalkings. The two actors share the same last name and a similar appearance, but are they really family? In this article, we will reveal the truth behind the rumor and tell you some interesting facts about both actors.
Who is Rob Estes?
Rob Estes is a 57-year-old American actor who started his career in the mid-1980s. He made his television debut in a CBS Schoolbreak Special titled “Have You Tried Talking to Patty?” in 1986. He then joined the cast of Days of Our Lives, playing Glen Gallagher/Frank Gallagher from 1986 to 1987. He made his film debut in the 1989 horror movie Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge, playing Peter Baldwin.
Rob rose to fame after starring in the crime drama Silk Stalkings, playing Sgt. Chris Lorenzo from 1991 to 1995. He then joined the cast of Melrose Place, playing Kyle McBride from 1996 to 1999. He also appeared in other shows such as Suddenly Susan, CSI: Miami, 90210, and When Calls the Heart. He is currently married to Erin Bolte, a teacher, and has three children: Mason, Maya, and Makai.
Who is Will Estes?
Will Estes is a 43-year-old American actor who also began his career as a child. He made his television debut in the soap opera Santa Barbara, playing Brandon Capwell in 1987. He then appeared in several shows such as Highway to Heaven, The New Lassie, Kirk, and Boy Meets World. He made his film debut in the 1991 comedy Dutch, playing Teddy.
Will got his breakthrough role in the 2000 submarine thriller U-571, playing Seaman Ronald “Rabbit” Parker. He then starred in the NBC drama American Dreams, playing JJ Pryor from 2002 to 2005. He also had roles in shows such as Reunion, 7th Heaven, and The Cleaner. He joined the cast of Blue Bloods in 2010, playing Jamie Reagan, a police officer and the youngest son of the Reagan family. He is currently single and has no children.
Are They Related?
The short answer is no. Will Estes and Rob Estes are not related in any way. They are not brothers, cousins, or even distant relatives. They just happen to have the same last name and a similar profession. In fact, Will Estes revealed in an interview with The Talk that he used to joke about being Rob Estes’ son when he went for auditions. He said:
People used to always ask me if I was related to Rob Estes. And I used to try to start to entertain myself. So, I used to say, ‘He’s my dad but he doesn’t really acknowledge me anymore.’ And everyone’s jaw [would drop]. And I would say, ‘Just kidding.’
He also said that he met Rob Estes once and told him about his prank. He said that Rob thought it was funny too. According to Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Will Estes also denied being related to Bob Estes, the golfer, or the actor.
Conclusion
Will Estes and Rob Estes are two talented actors who have starred in many popular shows and movies. They are not related by blood or marriage, but they do share a sense of humor and a passion for acting. They are both successful in their own right and have many fans who admire their work. We hope you enjoyed this article and learned something new about these two actors. Thank you for reading!