It’s been a very eventful summer for Quantico star Priyanka Chopra. Shortly after her July engagement to boyfriend Nick Jonas, the actress said goodbye to Quantico and her groundbreaking role as FBI agent Alex Parrish.
When Quantico debuted in 2015, Chopra became the first Indian woman to headline an American network series. The show was a breakout hit when it premiered, setting records among on-demand audiences, but after three seasons, ABC decided not to renew the series, which had lagged in ratings during seasons 2 and 3.
In a series of tweets on Friday, Chopra said goodbye to the show, her fans, and her cast mates. The actress talked about her groundbreaking role, hoping that it had “cracked the door open for female talent and women of color to play leading ladies.”
As the season ends, I am saying goodbye to Alex Parrish. As you’ll see, her story will come full circle…and that is the best feeling as an actor. Bringing Alex to life has challenged me physically and emotionally, but even more significant it has (I hope) cracked the door open
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) August 4, 2018
for female talent and women of color to play leading ladies. Thank you for opening your homes and hearts to me every week! Thank you to the cast and crew of #Quantico for being such an amazing team to work with, for all the memories that I will cherish…memories of laughter, of
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) August 4, 2018
learning new things, of making friends for life. It was a pleasure working with each and every one of you, and I look forward to crossing paths again! pic.twitter.com/zF8PpsBY4V
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) August 4, 2018
As Chopra said her goodbyes, grateful fans thanked her for her performance as Alex Parrish.
Goodbye, sweet, badass, Alex. It's been quite ride and I've appreciated every minute of it. pic.twitter.com/ZrfrEoFOMY
— Sad Trash̝͐ PanḐ̸̙̟̀̕å (@geekcartel) August 4, 2018
Thank you for 3 unforgettable seasons. Thank you for bringing Alex Parrish to life. I’m gonna miss you and Quantico so much ❤️
— leor (@darkreginamill) August 4, 2018
Alex was truly one of a kind and brought a beautiful dimension to the female heroine. Easily in my hall of fame awesome tv heroines alongside Buffy, Xena and Kate Beckett, she will be missed. As well as the show overall. 3 seasons of complicated, thrilling and engaging tv pic.twitter.com/QotdPuguB8
— UrbanNoizeRmx (@UrbanNoize2) August 4, 2018
As a fan of @QuanticoTV I loved how badass Alex Parrish was, and how many layers you brought to her character. You’ll be missed in this role, but, one ending opens the door to a new beginning, and I look forward to all these new roles you have! pic.twitter.com/GTevgtsI7g
— vanessa leinani (@vanessaleinani) August 4, 2018
And many highlighted the importance of the trailblaizing role.
Thank you for making it normal to see an Indian as a lead on TV. As an Indian American teenager it has meant everything to see such a badass Indian woman taking charge and saving EVERYONE.
— #RenewTimeless (@wowstiless) August 4, 2018
Quantico is landmark! I've watched them all, from Emma Peel to Carrie Mathison and Quantico ranks high with them. The lead character being a woman of color makes the show phenomenal. You will be greatly missed! Thanks for 3 great seaasons!
— JD Washington (@psalm5522) August 4, 2018
Thank you for choosing #Quantico and creating history pic.twitter.com/MrJRKLTDJe
— Believer❤️ (@Beliver58558797) August 4, 2018
What drew me to Alex is that she is a total badass, showing women you can be strong and tough and still be feminine.
— vi a (@princesaplastic) August 4, 2018
Though not all were ready to let the beloved character go.
I'M NOT READY FOR THIS PRIYANKA
— Lo (@itzLoriBarrett) August 4, 2018
— Shamirah holt (@mirahluvv) August 4, 2018
I’m going to miss Alex
— emily (@camillepreakr) August 4, 2018
But as one era ends, a new one begins, and fans can’t wait to see what is next for Priyanka Chopra.
We appreciate everything you have put into this show. ❤️ we followed it just for you. wishing you all the best for ur next projects can’t wait for the next journey
— ⚡️ (@iiffiy) August 4, 2018
H/T – Entertainment Weekly, People
