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Its bittersweet, because it was such a hard role and such a demanding project for me.

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It took up so much of my time.
All of which culminate in a final episode that sees Harlee testifying about systemic police corruption.
But Harlees flaws entranced Lopez, sparking a deep desire to venture into new emotional territory as a performer.

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Something happens with certain characters you play.
It was a beautiful journey.
We finished [shootingBlue] last season, and where she winds up is so tragically, poetically Harlee.
Its perfect, Lopez says of the shows impending conclusion the first to air after Stahls shocking death.
This is where it needs to be, and this is the end of that journey.
Its a tragic ending, but really poetic and beautiful.
TheShades of Blueseries finale airs this Sunday, Aug. 19 at 10:00 p.m.