In the years since his exit, fans are still wondering why Patrick J. Adams decided to leave Suits after seven seasons despite the show's major impact on his career.
The actor made his breakthrough thanks to his performance as unlicensed lawyer Mike Ross in the hit legal dramedy. However, he exited after seven seasons and the series still ran for two more seasons after.
Now, we finally know the real reason why Adams decided to exit the hit series.
Why Did Patrick J. Adams Decide to Leave Suits?
In a recent interview, Adams candidly opened up about his decision to leave Suits after seven seasons and revealed the real reason why he exited.
He admitted that they were going through mental health issues around the seventh season of the series which contributed to his decision.
"I wasn’t taking good care of my mental health, and I was drinking too much [by] the end of Season 7," the actor said.
"I didn’t have the tools to deal with that depression beyond just spending money and drinking too much, and not really knowing how to talk about it."
Adams also admitted that his alcoholism "taking a toll on my relationship, for sure, but also just making me a very not present father."
When the negotiations came to return for season 8, he recalled that "the only reason to stay was money. I didn’t know what else to offer" and he "never regretted the decision for a second. It was the right thing for my marriage. It was time."
While he didn't return in the last two seasons of Suits, Adams appeared in the final episode to reprise his iconic role.
Is Patrick J. Adams Returning in the Upcoming Spinoff Suits: L.A.?
As most Suits fans know, an upcoming spinoff is currently on its way titled Suits: L.A. which will be set in Los Angeles and focus on a new cast led by Stephen Amell.
So far, Adams is not slated to reprise the role of Mike Ross in the spinoff series as no announcements have been made yet to bring him back.
However, Gabriel Macht is confirmed to reprise the role of Harvey Specter in a recurring role. Perhaps his return will pave the way for the other original cast members to return in the spinoff.
For now, fans should watch out for any potential news on Adams' return in the spinoff.
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