Why So Many Stars Decided To Quit Shameless

Actor comings and goings are inevitable in any long-running TV show, including Showtime's smash hit Shameless. Let's explore the reasons why these one-time series regulars chose to leave the south side behind. As Ian Gallagher, one of Frank's middle kids on Shameless, Cameron Monaghan was a series regular from day one. And it was quite a journey for Ian, who navigated coming out as gay, established a combative but loving relationship with Mickey, and navigated a lasting struggle with bipolar disorder, in addition to the everyday battles all the Gallaghers tend to face head-on. In Season 9 of Shameless, Ian headed off to the slammer, seeming to be effectively written out of the show. Monaghan penned a farewell to fans on Instagram, writing, "This role has been a joy to inhabit, a wild and special ride, and I'd like to thank #Shameless as well as you, the viewers, for being there with him. Goodbye, Ian Clayton Gallagher. We'll meet again?" By the announcement of Season 10, however, the actor was back in the fold. The Hollywood Reporter broke down the actor's flirtation with departure in February 2019, saying that Monaghan both wanted to diversify his creative portfolio, and re-negotiate the terms of his employment with Shameless. The outlet speculated that he got an increase in his compensation to return to the series during the critical moments after the departure of its longtime lead Gallagher, Emmy Rossum's Fiona. Monaghan basically confirmed the speculation, saying, "I took some time away and talked to showrunner John Wells about possible things we could do with the character in the future, and we got to a place both creatively and financially where I felt comfortable coming back." Watch the video to see Why So Many Stars Decided To Quit Shameless! #Shameless #Actors Cameron Monaghan | 0:00 Justin Chatwin | 1:31 Emmy Rossum | 2:17 Joan Cusack | 3:18 Isidora Goreshter | 3:53 Jake McDorman | 4:56 Laura Wiggins | 6:04