What episode does Erin Strauss dies?

The Replicator
In “The Replicator”, Curtis poisons her with spiked wine and leaves her to die.

What happened between Blake and Strauss?

He blamed Bau and more specifically Alex Blake. He’s been taking his revenge on the team all season. In the finale, he drugged Strauss and forced her to drink, killing her.

Who dies in season 8 finale of Criminal Minds?

Strauss is obviously gone. Strauss seemed like the one who had to go, which makes me sad, but it made sense, story-wise. She was our sacrificial lamb. She was introduced as an enemy of the team and by this year she was so on our side.

Who becomes chief after Strauss?

Mateo Cruz
‘Criminal Minds’ Profile: Mateo Cruz SES Mateo “Matt” Cruz is the new BAU Section Chief, the direct superior to SSA Aaron Hotchner, and later SSA Emily Prentiss. He is the replacement of deceased Section Chief Erin Strauss and a recurring character on Criminal Minds.

Is JJ cheating on Will in Criminal Minds season 9?

Erica Messer wants to set the record straight: JJ and Cruz are not having an affair on Criminal Minds. “I’ll say it again: They did not and are not having an affair,” the showrunner tells TVGuide.com.

Is Kevin The Replicator?

It turns out the Replicator, whom the team had been tracking for most of the eighth season, was none other than guest star Mark Hamill.

Who replaces Strauss?

Mateo Cruz (Esai Morales; Seasons 9–10) takes over from the late Erin Strauss as the new BAU section chief in season 9.

What is the saddest death in Criminal Minds?

10 Saddest Deaths In Criminal Minds

  • 6 Zoe’s Death Could Have Been Prevented If Rossi Had Listened.
  • 7 Gideon’s Return Brings Things Painfully Full Circle.
  • 8 Caroline Dies On Her Own Accord Next To Rossi.
  • 9 The FBI Misses Their Chance To Save Stephen By A Day.
  • 10 Haley’s Murder Marks A First For Criminal Minds.