'The Mentalist' Season 7 Spoilers: Simon Baker to Direct 2 Episodes, Lisbon Gets Rival for Thomas Jane's Affection?
Fans of Thomas Jane and Teresa Lisbon are anticipating what's in store for the couple in season 7 of "The Mentalist." Previously, it has been reported that their relationship could go in two ways: either they could get married or they could break up for good.
According to TVLine , a new character will be featured on the show who could be a strong rival of Lisbon for Jane's affection. Actress Josie Loren, who is best known for her role in "Make it or Break It," will play a new character named Michelle Vega. Vega is said to be a rookie FBI agent who is highly skilled in weaponry and martial arts. And what better way to impress a man like Jane who likes his women competent and strong?
Rumors suggest that there could be a little something there between Vega and Jane. This doesn't bode well for Lisbon fans.
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In other news, Simon Baker will return to the director's chair for two episodes of the upcoming season. According to Cartermatt, Baker will direct the seventh episode entitled "Silver Briefcase." The actor is a frequent director on the series, having most recently worked on the show's "My Blue Heaven" episode. Other episodes which showcased his work include "Red Moon," "Blinking Red Light," and "Red Rails in the Sunset." Baker is also billed as a producer on the show, and is currently one of the highest paid actors in a drama series.
Season 7 will have 13 episodes in its run, and it is reported that this will be the last season for the show. Some episode titles have been revealed, and in keeping with the color theme, the titles that have been announced are "Orange Blossom Ice Cream," "Nothing But Blue Skies," "The Greybar Hotel," "The Silver Briefcase" and "Pink Rocks."
"The Mentalist" Season 7 will premiere on CBS in early 2015.
