This probably counts as a spoiler, but I don’t think any fan of 24 will be disappointed to learn in advance that Aaron Pierce is back:
LOS ANGELES — In the world of Fox’s hit series “24,” there aren’t many people you can really trust, other than Jack Bauer, of course _ and Secret Service Agent Aaron Pierce.
Pierce also happens to be the only other character besides Bauer to have appeared in all seven seasons of the show.
Played by veteran character actor Glenn Morshower, Pierce makes his return in Monday’s episode on Fox (9 p.m. EST).
While fans have seen Pierce protect and become the confidant of the show’s now-deceased President David Palmer, as well as that of former first lady Martha Logan, Morshower says that, seven years ago, he never expected he’d be around so long.
“I read for the second episode in season one, and all I knew was it would be a two-episode guarantee,” he explains. “All they wanted me to do was be the guy that looks official enough to walk President Palmer someplace and protect him.”
But Morshower’s look of reliability, integrity and loyalty made producers take notice, enough to bring the character back year after year, while other popular regulars fell by the wayside.
“Glenn’s talent is in being able to project that solidity and trustworthiness,” says executive producer Evan Katz. “He’s able to be that stolid guy you want to hide behind.”
Pierce is reintroduced upon recommendation to President Allison Taylor (Cherry Jones), who needs someone trustworthy to escort a family member. With Pierce _ problem solved.
Problem solved, indeed.
In fact, one hopes that this leads to something that many of us have hoped for in the past — a showdown with Jack and Aaron fighting side by side.
