CSI:NY's ME Sid Not A Well Man

Every now and then CSI:NY writes a story for one of its characters which has a sad and devastating effect, not only on the character themselves but also on the fans and viewers, such as Mac (Gary Sinise) and his long-running story with losing his beloved Claire.  The same can now be said for the one of the show's best-loved characters, ME Sid Hammerback (Robert Joy).  Hot on the heels of becoming a millionaire with his invention in last season's The Ripple Effect.  It is now revealed in Command+P that Sid is suffering from non-Hodgkins lymphoma.

Sid confides this to Jo (Sela Ward) who also knew about his striking it rich.  She is a great character to have in your corner when you need help or someone to talk to and will be great at providing the support he needs.  As writer Trey Callaway told TVLine, "...it was one of those things which from a writing standpoint, felt perfect....I wrote it and I've watched it several times and I still get choked up."

Yet he assures that Sid is not going anywhere, so if there is a season 10 (fingers and everything else crossed!) he will still be around for that.  Especially since Sid is a well loved character, with his little eccentric stories or comments, needed with what he faces in autopsy as the ME.  He kind of reminds me of Ducky (David McCallum) from NCIS.  They both always have plenty to say and share their thoughts and feelings without being condescending or arrogant; as well as being there for everyone else.