Penelope Garcia (Kristen Vangsness), one of the most enduring characters in Criminal Minds’ history, has been a constant presence since the show’s inception. As an original cast member from Criminal Minds season 1, Garcia is one of the few actors to have appeared in all 15 original seasons. As the BAU’s technical analyst, Garcia was hired for her exceptional hacking skills, which she continues to showcase in Criminal Minds: Evolution season 1.
Throughout the years, Garcia’s love life has experienced its fair share of ups and downs. In Criminal Minds: Evolution season 1, she embarks on a passionate affair with a material witness connected to the BAU’s investigation. This relationship not only puts Garcia in a precarious position professionally, but it also complicates her personal life as she finds herself drawn to another man. This love triangle may be the reason why Criminal Minds: Evolution decided to end Garcia’s new relationship before it could truly blossom.
Penelope Garcia’s Epiphany with Tyler Green
Garcia’s romantic history in Criminal Minds has been fraught with tragedy. She was once shot by a man she dated, nearly losing her life in the process. The BAU eventually captured and killed the man, but the experience left Garcia with some hard-earned lessons. Her relationship with Tyler Green placed her in a difficult situation once again.
Not only was she involved with a potential witness in the Sicarius case, but Green was also emotionally unstable due to his sister’s murder by the serial killer. Green’s dishonesty about his vigilante activities and knowledge of Sicarius further complicated matters. When Unit Chief Emily Prentiss (Paget Brewster) discovered the relationship, she ordered Garcia to end it. Although Garcia hesitated, she ultimately learned the importance of not bending the rules for love and vowed not to repeat the mistake.
Time for Garcia and Alvez to Explore Their Connection
Garcia and Luke Alvez (Adam Rodriguez) initially had a rocky relationship. When her longtime best friend and FBI Agent Derek Morgan (Shemar Moore) left the BAU in Criminal Minds season 11, Alvez joined the team as his replacement. Garcia was initially cold towards Alvez, but by the end of Criminal Minds season 15, the two were embarking on their first date.
Regrettably, in Criminal Minds: Evolution season 1, Alvez and Garcia look back on their disastrous 2020 date, which strained their friendship. Fans were disappointed with this development, but it appears that Alvez and Garcia may be given a second chance at happiness. As Criminal Minds: Evolution season 2 unfolds, viewers can look forward to seeing how the duo navigates their feelings for one another and potentially rekindles their romance.
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