‘Virgin River’: Colin Lawrence Talks Preacher’s Future After Major Season 7 Changes

Preacher has a knack for putting everyone else before himself. That selflessness has made him a pillar of support in the small town of Virgin River, but is he finally going to put his wants first? Virgin River Season 7 began exploring the idea of Preacher branching out beyond Jack’s Bar, leaving many wondering about Preacher’s future. (Warning: Virgin River Season 7 spoilers ahead!)

Colin Lawrence spoke with TV Insider about Preacher’s life path heading into Season 8. Could Preacher end up pursuing bigger culinary dreams outside of Virgin River?

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