What happened to Ty on 'Heartland'? The character performed a pivotal function in the lifetime of Amy Fleming (Amber Marshall). Details on Graham Wardle's future.
WARNING: Major spoilers for the Season 14 premiere of Heartland are ahead!
Since 2007, audience had been tuning in to the Canadian collection, Heartland, for his or her weekly doses of family drama and romance against the backdrop of a sprawling and picturesque ranch.
The extensively cherished series became the longest-running Canadian drama ever in 2015, and it returned for an unprecedented 14th season on Jan. 10.
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What happened to Ty on 'Heartland'?
While many enthusiasts were hoping that Season 14 of Heartland would open with extra of the feel-good storylines it's develop into known for, it quickly became transparent that a tragedy would propel the season's plot forward.
In the first few scenes of the Season 14 premiere, Ty Borden collapses. Viewers quickly be informed that he's coping with complications attributable to the gunshot wound he won at the finish of Season 13.
He ultimately dies from his accidents. Amy is widowed, and she or he's now tasked with elevating their daughter, Lyndy, by myself.
After his death, the season has a time-jump to one year in the future. While fans are in the early stages of mourning, the different characters have a minimum of moved previous their fast grief.
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As Season 14 progresses, audience will get to see Amy navigate really being on my own for the first time in neatly over a decade.
Fans are devastated via Ty's death, especially since his romance with Amy was once one in every of the all-time fan favourite storylines on the show. But many, Graham Wardle integrated, are hopeful that it is going to permit Amy and the other characters to develop.
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Why did Graham Wardle leave 'Heartland'? He mentioned he is "following [his] heart."
After the Season 14 premiere aired to Canadian audiences on Jan. 10, Graham spoke in a CBC video about why he sought after to move on from the show.
First, he described his 14-year tenure on the collection as each a "blessing" and a "gift." Though the series has frequently showcased stunning life moments, Graham mentioned that there are occasions when lifelike heartbreaks will have to be proven.
"I also think that there's a really good story, a really good truth that everything comes to an end, that everything dies," he said. "So make the most of what you have. And live it to the fullest."
Graham then stated that he been feeling like he needed to "move on" from the show for years. He in any case replied that call forward of Season 14.
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"I have been feeling this call to move on, and I have been trying to bargain with it. I have not made this decision lightly," he shared. "I have spent a few years now contemplating and trying to figure out how to honor myself... It's been a long process."
He does consider that he made the right resolution for himself.
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"The long and short of it is I'm following my heart," he continued. "I don't know where it's leading me, but that's what life's about: trusting, having faith, and going forward."
The actor then mentioned what exactly led him to really feel "ready to move on."
"I have reached a tipping point internally of knowing and having a connection to myself, where I don't ignore what I feel called to do, what I feel I need to do, what I feel pulled to do," he mentioned.
Graham stated that once he reached that time, he couldn't "turn back."
"It's not easy at all," he added. "Trying to be as thoughtful, caring, and empathetic to the implications of this decision. It is very challenging to do in any circumstance in life."
As for how he feels about Ty's death, Graham felt that it "honors all parties involved."
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"I don't think Ty wanted to die, I don't think Ty was planning to die, I don't think Ty was like, 'Oh, that's it, I've done all my stuff.' But I don't think life works in that way anyway. People pass on and we say it was before their time; they died young," Graham endured.
Before formally exiting the Heartland universe altogether, Graham mentioned that he hopes enthusiasts "heal" and "feel comfort" through observing the storyline.
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Amber Marshall teased that Season 14 will probably be for "healing."
Actress Amber Marshall, who performs Ty's paramour, Amy, on the show, spoke to TV, eh? following the Season 14 premiere about what his death will mean for her character.
"The story of Amy and Ty has been very prominent since Heartland's beginning. Graham and I have had many beautiful stories on Heartland over the years and have remained very close friends off-set as well," she stated.
She stated that there were no hard feelings between her and Graham and that they "spoke often throughout the season."
"There are things in our lives we can never prepare for. And when something devastating happens it feels as though our world is ripped apart and could never be put back together," she added. "I know fans of the show will be deeply saddened by the loss of Ty and I hope that they can join Amy and the Heartland family during this season of healing."
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"There will always be events in our life that are out of our control and upset us," she persisted. "Instead of attacking them, or shutting down, we experience the most growth when we remain open and understanding."
Heartland airs on Sundays.
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