'13 Reasons Why' Final Season Ropes In Gary Sinise for Key Role

For the fans of Netflix's breakout success, 13 Reasons Why, it is quite saddening to realize that the show will be seeing its fourth season as its final one that is said to be releasing on the streamer next year.

Nevertheless, that is the truth and what is even more heartening is that the third season was received quite well as opposed to the immense backlash that the second season received. According to a report in The Hollywood Reporter, Gary Sinise is joining the show for the final season which will see the core cast graduating from Liberty High, was announced as the final run ahead of the recently released third season.

The actor will be playing the role of Dr. Robert Ellman, an adolescent and family therapist who is compassionate and incisive and uses a no-nonsense approach. Dr. Ellman has been brought in to address the mental health of main protagonist Clay Jensen (Dylan Minnette) — who was put through the wringer in the first three seasons — and help the senior high school student battle his anxiety, depression, and grief. 

Formidable, intense and deeply humane, Ellman — according to the character description — is steadfast in guiding Clay to accept the help he needs so desperately, to come to terms with the trauma in his past and begin the process of healing.

"From the first moments we conceived of the role, I thought of Gary Sinise but hardly dared to dream it might happen," says series creator and showrunner Brian Yorkey. "A consummate actor and first-rate human, Gary brings the exact combination of toughness, smarts and heart the character needs. We're all thrilled and honored to have him join us for this pivotal role in our final season."

We wish Gary all the best for the final season.