1. Brians Replacement Is Only Signed For Six Episodes
In the immediate aftermath of Brian's death, Family Guy writers wrote in Vinnie, a replacement pet dog for the Griffin family voiced by Tony Sirico of The Sopranos. Interestingly, Sirico has only been contracted to the adult animation
for six episodes, suggesting his presence on the show is going to be a temporary one. Could the Griffin family be set for another devastating bereavement in the family at the end of season 12 when Sirico leaves the cast or, more likely, could it be that Brian will take his place back? The shortness of Sirico's contract has led many to theorise Brian's comeback has been scripted all along, though I suppose we'll just have to wait and see if any of these fan theories come to light.
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