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Calling all Chessies! Hallmark Channel fans have laughed, cried and loved alongside the cast of Chesapeake Shores<\/em> since 2016 \u2014 and offscreen, fans have become equally as intrigued by the stars\u2019 friendships and love lives<\/a>.<\/p>\n When Chesapeake Shores<\/em> debuted, viewers were introduced to the lovable O\u2019Brien clan<\/a> after eldest sister Abby O\u2019Brien (Meghan Ory<\/strong>) moved back home following her divorce. With her two children in tow, Abby was reunited with sisters Bree (Emilie Ullerup<\/strong><\/a>) and Jess (Laci J Mailey<\/strong>), as well as brothers Kevin (Brendan Penny<\/strong><\/a>) and Connor (Andrew Francis<\/strong>).<\/p>\n The family wouldn\u2019t be complete without mom Megan (Barbara Niven<\/strong>) and dad Mick (Treat Williams<\/a>), who often led by example as to what true love looks like. The romantic ups and downs of all the O\u2019Brien children has hooked fans season after season, with Abby\u2019s love life being a main focal point<\/a>.<\/p>\n In May 2021, Jesse Metcalfe<\/strong><\/a>, who played Abby\u2019s high school sweetheart Trace Riley, surprised viewers when he announced his exit after five seasons<\/a>. \u201cI tailor-made that role for me,\u201d Metcalfe exclusively told Us Weekly<\/em><\/a> in October 2020, ahead of his final bow. \u201cI mean, the series is based on a series of books, where the character is an architect. So, I was given the liberty to completely change the character and kind of make [him] just, like, [me].\u201d<\/p>\n New love interest Evan Kincaid (played by Robert Buckley<\/strong><\/a>) was quick to fill the void but left many fans wondering if Abby would find her happily ever after. In August 2022, Chessies got their answer as the sixth and final season of the beloved series<\/a> began.<\/p>\n The 10-episode finale, however, wasn\u2019t the last fans would see of the O\u2019Brien clan \u2014 because the cast are great friends outside of the show. In fact, many of the stars have already gushed over their bond after wrapping filming on the series.<\/p>\n \u201cWell that is a wrap on #chesapeakeshores after 6 seasons! I started this season with #hyperemesisgravidarum and ended it with #covid \u2014 it has been quite the run!\u201d Ory wrote via Instagram<\/a> in July 2022. \u201cThank you so much to our amazing cast and crew for having so much patience with me while I tried not to barf on anyone.\u201d<\/p>\n The Once Upon a Time<\/em><\/a> alum also gave her \u201camazing\u201d husband John Reardon<\/strong> a shout-out for \u201cholding down the fort and being my rock.\u201d She added: \u201cAnd our two, yes two Nannie\u2019s for all their support. With mom and dad both on tv shows, two Nannie\u2019s was a must! #ittakesavillage. I hope everyone that watches enjoys the final season! Xo.\u201d<\/p>\n Ory\u2019s TV sister Ullerup also got sentimental after saying goodbye to her work family<\/a> that same month. \u201cFor six years I got to play these wonderful, nutty people\u2019s daughter, sister and brother. It is the longest running job of my career,\u201d she wrote alongside a group snap. \u201cSo much happened in our make-believe world and also in our personal lives. It was a wonderful cushion to have a whole second family to share the ups and downs with.\u201d<\/p>\n The Love & Glamping<\/em> actress \u2014 whose real-life spouse Kyle Cassie<\/strong><\/a> appeared on several episodes of the show as Martin Demming \u2014 concluded: \u201cI know they will all move onto great things as they are truly talented people. I will forever be grateful for all that #chesapeakeshores gifted me with. What a great run, fam.\u201d<\/p>\n