Criminal Minds Stars Shemar Moore and Kirsten Vangsness Spark Nostalgia

Nine years after their departure from the hit series Criminal Minds, stars Shemar Moore and Kirsten Vangsness reunited in an unexpected and delightful way. The duo caught up at a WNBA game, leaving fans of the show overjoyed and reminiscing about the good old days.

“It was a small sequence of nostalgia,” Moore captioned his Instagram post, featuring several photos from the event. Vangsness, who played Penelope Garcia, shared the same photos with the caption, “The little girl looks at the little girls and Shemar Moore alias Chocolate Thunder!”

Criminal Minds Cast Reacts to the Reunion

Fans couldn’t help but express their excitement, with the post receiving over 300,000 likes and countless comments within just 24 hours. The reunion also swiftly became the talk of the town among Criminal Minds fan groups.

“I still can’t believe it! Derek Morgan and Penelope Garcia together again,” commented one user, while another wrote, “This made my day! I miss those days of watching Criminal Minds.”

Moore’s Recent Advocacy for Fan Safety

Moore, who recently turned 55, has been an ambassador for positive fan interactions. A few days prior to the reunion, he had expressed his frustration on Instagram about a fan who had been threatening his family. “We don’t play with people’s lives!” Moore stated firmly.

FAQ

When did Shemar Moore and Kirsten Vangsness leave Criminal Minds?

They both left in 2016 after season 11, with Moore’s departure occurring at the end of season 10.

What role did Shemar Moore play in Criminal Minds?

Moore played the character of SSA Derek Morgan.