Meg Foster took over the role of Christine Cagney. ... But the real reason CBS wanted to replace Foster is because they felt that her portrayal made Cagney appear to be a lesbian. When the show was revived from cancellation after the first season, CBS demanded that Barney Rosenzweig replace Foster.

Why did Meg Ryan leave Cagney and Lacey?

So actress Meg Foster was cast as Cagney for what would ultimately be six episodes shot, but the decision was made to recast Meg's part. “Apparently they felt that the portrayals were too similar between Tyne and Meg,” says Sharon.

Who was the first Christine on Cagney & Lacey?

You're flipping through the TV listings in October 1981 and come across this: M*A*S*H's Hot Lips, Loretta Swit, turns New York flatfoot in this comedy-mystery about two lady cops who have equal trouble finding good bed-mates and stolen diamonds.