According to Comicbook, Jennifer Carpenter (White Chicks) won’t be returning for the new series, Dexter: Resurrection. Carpenter played Debra Morgan, Dexter’s sister, in the original show Dexter. The last time we saw her character was in season eight where she ultimately meets her death. Fans were shocked to see her go. With a show-stopping finale, Debra is shot by Oliver Saxon played by Darri Ingolfsson (National Treasure: Edge Of History), and put on life support. This was a huge character arch for Dexter himself played by Michael C. Hall (Game Night) as Debra was his foster sister. 

Speculation of Carpenter’s return began after Debra’s voice was heard as Dexter’s inner thoughts in the new series. However, Carpenter shared her insights on the matter in an article with People. “I am pretty focused where I am, and I feel like I’ve completed that box,” said Carpenter. “I’m proud of it. I hope that they’re having a wonderful time and I’m so happy for the fans to have more to chew on.”  

Carpenter has been focusing on other projects in her career such as the Yellowstone franchise. Carpenter plays U.S. Deputy Marshall Mamie Fossett in 1923. At the red carpet premiere of season two she wish the cast luck on the new series. “I hope that they’re having a wonderful time,” she continued, referring to the cast and crew working on the upcoming Showtime project, adding: “And I’m so happy for the fans to have more to chew on.”

Despite their beloved characters not returning Dexter: Resurrection still keeps fans engaged with the revamping of the show. We’ll see the series premiere in June 2025. The Dexter franchise has been in the news for the past few years with their sequels. Starting with Dexter, Dexter: Early Cuts, Dexter: New Blood, Dexter: Original Sin, Dexter: New Blood, and now Dexter: Resurrection. The new series will follow where Dexter: New Blood left off. Dexter will continue to struggle with his urge to kill. This time with an alliance with the police and some unexpected help along the way.