It’s easy to talk about ratings. It’s easy to talk about networks and cancellations. But what’s not always easy to see is the heart behind a show—the people who show up every day, off-camera, to make the magic happen. That’s right, the SWAT crew.
And that’s exactly who Shemar Moore was talking about in his latest Instagram video after CBS cancelled SWAT for the third time.
Yes, again.
But this time, what hit differently wasn’t just the frustration—it was the love. Because Shemar didn’t just use his platform to fight for the show. He used it to shine a light on the crew. The people who don’t always get the credit, but absolutely deserve it.
“There Isn’t One Jerk in the Bunch”
Shemar has been in this business a long time. From The Young and the Restless to Criminal Minds, and now SWAT, he’s worked on dozens of sets. But in this video, he makes something very clear:
“There isn’t one jerk in the bunch.”
That’s not a throwaway compliment. In an industry known for long hours, high stress, and (let’s be real) plenty of ego, it’s rare—really rare—to find a crew that just clicks.
No drama. No toxic energy. Just people showing up, doing their jobs, lifting each other up, and treating one another with respect. That’s the kind of environment Shemar was honoring in his message.
And honestly? It felt like a love letter.
More Than a Job—It Was a Family
Shemar’s words weren’t polished or rehearsed. He spoke with the kind of emotion that only comes from someone who’s truly proud of the people he’s worked with. This wasn’t about contracts or renewal announcements—it was about a team that had each other’s backs.
You could tell this was a set where people felt safe, seen, and valued. And as fans, we often forget just how much that kind of energy shows up on screen. You can feel it when the people behind the camera are working in harmony.
It’s one of the reasons SWAT felt different. Real. Grounded. Connected. That crew culture mattered—and Shemar knew it.
Why This Cancellation Hits Harder
Let’s be honest: “CBS SWAT cancelled” is starting to feel like an annual tradition at this point. But this time? It doesn’t feel like just another business decision. It feels like the closing of something deeply personal.
Because when a show gets canceled, it’s not just the characters we lose—it’s the culture. The community. The energy that made it special. And in this case, we’re saying goodbye to a workplace that so many people genuinely loved being part of.
That’s rare. And that’s worth mourning.
Crew Members Are the Unsung Heroes
We talk a lot about actors, but the truth is: a show like SWAT doesn’t run without hundreds of people behind the scenes.
- The camera operators who captured every chase
- The stunt team that made every takedown feel real
- The lighting crew who nailed the nighttime rooftop scenes
- The costume department who gave Hondo his signature look
- The set designers who made Los Angeles feel like a character itself
- The PAs, grips, drivers, and coordinators who keep the entire machine moving
Shemar didn’t forget them. And neither should we.
Final Thoughts
As we approach the end of Season 8—maybe for real this time—there’s one thing that stands out from all the noise: gratitude.
Gratitude from Shemar Moore to his team.
Gratitude from fans to the people who gave us eight seasons of action, emotion, and heart.
And hopefully? Gratitude from the industry for a crew that did everything right—even when the network didn’t.
So here’s to the people you don’t always see. The ones who showed up with no egos, no attitudes—just heart. Because that’s what SWAT was built on.
And if this really is the end? At least it ended with class.
[Photos via CBS]
