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Blue Bloods S13E16: Here's Where You've Seen Officer Gillson's Actress Before

Blue Bloods S13E16: Here's Where You've Seen Officer Gillson's Actress Before
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In the latest Blue Bloods episode, season 13 episode 16, viewers were treated to a controversial storyline involving Officer Carlie Gillson, a policewoman moonlighting on the adult content platform, OnlyFans.

In the show, Police Commissioner Frank Reagan, portrayed by Tom Selleck, faces a moral and ethical dilemma when he learns about Gilson's online activities. The character's actions challenge the boundaries of what constitutes "personal conduct unbefitting of an officer," prompting discussions about how the digital age has changed the landscape for police officers and workers from various fields.

The Blue Bloods storyline delves into the complexities of modern policing and the blurred lines between private and professional life, as Officer Gillson's nude photos on OnlyFans stir up a heated debate within the precinct.

The actress' playing Officer Gillson name is Sofia Vassilieva. Known for her diverse range of roles, Vassilieva has a history of leaving a lasting impression on audiences, and even if you don't actually know her name, the face is quite certainly looks familiar.

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Vassilieva's portrayal of Officer Gillson adds to her impressive body of work. She first rose to fame playing the older daughter, Ariel DuBois, in the popular TV series Medium (2005-2011), where she starred alongside Patricia Arquette.

Fans also recognized her from her heart-wrenching role in the film adaptation of Jodi Picoult's best-selling novel, My Sister's Keeper, alongside Cameron Diaz and Abigail Breslin.

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In addition to her work in dramas, Vassilieva has appeared in a string of popular procedurals. Many viewers may recognize her from several episodes of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit ( SVU), where the actress played Sarah Walsh.

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Vassilieva also appeared in episodes of such series as Training Day, The CW's Supergirl and Black Lightning, and, quite recently, Chicago Fire.

The Blue Bloods episode has generated considerable buzz around Vassilieva's character, Officer Gillson. Many fans are debating whether her actions on OnlyFans should impact her job as a police officer, as well as discussing the broader implications of the storyline for workers navigating the digital age. While some argue that Gilson's behavior is grounds for termination, others believe it has no bearing on her ability to perform her duties as a police officer.