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After 11 seasons, Shemar Moore has made a shock departure from Criminal Minds.

Fans were floored during yesterday's (March 23) show when Derek Morgan made his exit, as the actor hadn't previously announced plans to leave.

"I have grown through Derek Morgan and through these years at Criminal Minds," the actor told CBS.

"I'll miss it. I'll miss Derek. I already do."

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Viewers saw him hand in his badge to spend more time with his family after the birth of his baby son.



Not only will fans miss the beloved character, cast and crew were also sad to see him go: