AJ Cook Reveals Emotional Struggles in Heart-Wrenching Funeral Scene on Criminal Minds: Evolution
In an interview with ScreenRant, A.J. Cook discussed the challenging role of being the emotional centerpiece in Criminal Minds: Evolution episode 3, where JJ’s grief was deeply examined. Unlike previous episodes that blended personal stories with fresh murder mysteries, “Time to Say Goodbye” focused solely on the aftermath of Will’s death and its effect on JJ. Cook’s background in indie films and drama aided her in accessing the required emotions, as she found this particular scene particularly challenging due to bidding farewell to her long-time on-screen partner.