Virgin River Season 7: Cast Shake-Up! Fan Favorites Return But Two Stars Say Goodbye

Your Favorite Faces Are Back in Virgin River... Mostly!

Good news, 'Virgin River' fans! Season 7 is officially on the horizon, meaning we'll be heading back to our favorite small town for more heartwarming and dramatic moments. But like any good drama, there's a bit of a twist!

While Netflix confirmed another season of the hit show, we've also learned about some changes in the cast lineup. Get ready for a mix of excitement and a little sadness as we reveal who's returning and which two actors will be leaving Virgin River.

The Heart of Virgin River Returns: Confirmed Cast for Season 7

Thankfully, the core of Virgin River is staying put! You can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that many of the characters you love are confirmed to return for Season 7. Get ready to see these familiar faces back in action:

• Alexandra Breckenridge as Mel Monroe - No Virgin River without Mel! She's definitely back.
• Martin Henderson as Jack Sheridan - Jack will be pouring drinks and solving problems in Season 7.
• Tim Matheson as Doc Mullins - Doc is back to keep Virgin River healthy (and maybe a little grumpy!).
• Annette O’Toole as Hope McCrea - Hope will continue to bring her charm and energy to town.
• Sarah Dugdale as Lizzie - Lizzie's story in Virgin River is set to continue.
• Zibby Allen as Brie Sheridan - Brie will be back navigating life and love in Virgin River.
• Marco Grazzini as Mike Valenzuela - Mike's presence will still be felt in Season 7.
• Kai Bradbury as Denny Cutler - Denny's journey in Virgin River isn't over yet.
• Kandyse McClure as Kaia Bryant - Kaia Bryant will be returning to Virgin River as well.
• Colin Lawrence as Preacher - Preacher will still be a key figure in Virgin River.
• Benjamin Hollingsworth as Brady - Love him or hate him, Brady is back for Season 7!
• Teryl Rothery as Muriel - Muriel will continue to add her warmth to Virgin River.

Saying Goodbye: Two Stars Exit Virgin River

Now for the bittersweet part. As much as we love seeing our favorite characters return, we have to say goodbye to two familiar faces as series regulars:

• Lexa Doig as Paige Lassiter - It seems Paige's story has reached its conclusion, at least for now. Showrunner Patrick Sean Smith told TV Insider that there are "no plans" for Paige to return. It's sad news for fans who were hoping to see more of her.
• Mark Ghanimé as Dr. Cameron Hayek - Another departure is Dr. Cameron Hayek. While showrunner Patrick Sean Smith expressed his fondness for both Mark and his character, Cameron will not be a series regular in Season 7. However, there's a glimmer of hope!

"He will always be a part of the world, and I would love to see his character back, but he won’t be a series regular in Season 7, unfortunately... I would love and can definitely imagine several opportunities of how we could bring Cameron back into our world.” - Showrunner Patrick Sean Smith, TVLine

It sounds like there's a possibility Cameron could return in the future, even if not as a regular cast member. Never say never in Virgin River!

What Does This Mean for Season 7?

With most of the core cast returning and potential for familiar faces to reappear, Season 7 of 'Virgin River' is shaping up to be another exciting chapter. While we'll miss Paige and Cameron as series regulars, the storylines of the returning characters are sure to keep us hooked. Get ready for more romance, drama, and small-town charm when Virgin River returns to Netflix!