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Stana Katic is speaking out about the cancellation of her long-running series Castle.

The 38-year-old actress was let go from the show just a few weeks ago due to “budgetary reasons” and now ABC has decided not to renew the show.

“Dear Castle fans, cast, and crew: Your devotion to our show has carried us for these unforgettable 8 seasons. I’m lucky to have met worked with for the lot of you. I will always be grateful. Big Hug x Stana,” she wrote in the handwritten letter shared on Twitter.

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ABC has canceled Castle after eight seasons and just weeks after it was announced that star Stana Katic had been let go from the series due to “budgetary reasons.”

It was reported last month that Castle would return with only Nathan Fillion as a leading player if it was given a ninth season.

Two endings for the season eight finale were filmed in case the episode ended up the series finale. Producers are now editing the episode to make it the series finale and it will air on May 16, according to THR.

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Castle‘s final promo of the season, which is also Stana Katic‘s last episode as Beckett, has just been released.

Stana was shockingly let go from the show for “budgetary reasons” last month, and, if the show is renewed, she will not be returning. Nathan Fillion, meanwhile, has inked a new deal and will be back if ABC chooses to give the show a ninth season.

From the looks of this promo, it seems like Beckett’s life is in danger, prompting fans to wonder if Stana will actually be killed off of the show.

Here’s the synopsis for the upcoming episode, which will air on May 16: “With their best lead in hand, Castle and Beckett are ready to take on LokSat. But an unforeseen twist puts their case – and their lives – in jeopardy.”

Stana Katic has taken to Twitter after news broke that she would be leaving her hit television show Castle due to “budgetary reasons.”

The 37-year-old actress had a contract, but ABC chose not to renew it. The show has yet to be picked up for a ninth season, but it is expected to be renewed in the coming weeks.

“To the fans: thank you for your support. I love you. �’�✌,” Stana tweeted to her fans moments ago.

If you missed it, read what Nathan Fillion, Stana‘s long-time co-star on the show, said of her exit.

Nathan Fillion has released a statement about his long-time co-star Stana Katic leaving Castle for “budgetary reasons.”

“Castle has been one of the greatest joys of my creative life, and I hope the show continues on for years to come. Stana has been my partner all this time, and I thank her for creating the character of Beckett who will live on for all of us as one of the greatest police officers on television. I wish her well, and have no doubt she will succeed in everything she pursues. She will be missed,” Nathan wrote on his Twitter account.

Castle has not yet been renewed for a ninth season, but it is expected to return. Stana had signed a one-year contract extension, but ABC decided not to renew.

It’s official – Stana Katic will not be returning as Kate Beckett on Castle for the ninth season, if the show gets picked up as it’s expected to be.

The 37-year-old actress had signed a one-year contract extension for season eight and ABC has decided not to renew her contact due to “budgetary reasons,” according to Deadline.

Tamala Jones, who played Beckett’s best friend, will also not be returning.

“Kate Beckett has been a beloved character on our hit series Castle for the past 8 years. We are grateful for Stana Katic‘s talent and dedication to the series and we hope to continue our relationship,” ABC said in a statement. “Tamala Jones has also been an integral part of the series and we are grateful she was a part of Castle.”

“Rather then distract from what was an amazing experience, I would just like to say that I’m very grateful to ABC for giving me the opportunity to be a part of a much beloved show. Thank you to the fans,” Stana said in a statement.

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Marisa Tomei arrives at the 2016 Film Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday afternoon (February 27) in Santa Monica, Calif.

The 51-year-old actress was joined at the event by Nate Parker, Stana Katic, Ken Jeong and Keegan-Michael Key.

Marisa presented the award for Best Editing to Spotlight, and Nate joined Emilia Clarke to present the award for Best First Feature to Diary of a Teenage Girl.

Ken and Keegan-Michael took the stage to present the Best Cinematography award to Carol.

FYI: Marisa is wearing Jimmy Choo shoes, Doron Paloma earrings and a Giuseppe Zanotti clutch. Stana is wearing an Alberta Ferretti gown and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

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