The actor finally addressed the fan theories—and his response might leave you doubtful.
Dexter: Resurrection continues to dominate online conversations with its gripping storytelling, brilliant casting, and stellar performances. But beyond the writing and acting, there’s one storyline in particular that has fans obsessed: the chilling New York Ripper case. The mystery has sparked endless theories —and the speculation only grows stronger with each new episode.
If you’ve been following the series up to the latest episode, you already know that we’re finally getting closer to answers. The most significant reveal so far? The New York Ripper has been confirmed to be male.
In our previous breakdown of all seven major clues presented in Episode 7, we analyzed the evidence and ruled out one of the most popular suspects: Jonah Mitchell, the troubled son of Arthur Mitchell (a.k.a. the Trinity Killer).
Jonah Mitchell: Still a Suspect?
Jonah last appeared in Dexter back in 2011 during the divisive Season 6 episode “Nebraska.” In that storyline, Jonah used a hook-like weapon against Dexter—a detail many fans immediately connected to the Ripper’s weapon of choice in Resurrection. Could the same character have returned after more than a decade to become Dexter’s latest adversary?
Detective Claudette Wallace seemed to put that theory to rest during her lecture at Collings University. According to her timeline, the Ripper’s activity began in years that don’t align with Jonah’s age in Dexter Season 4 (set in 2009, when Jonah was only about 20). For many fans, that closed the door on Jonah being the Ripper—at least for now.
But one detail keeps the theory alive: the voice recording of the killer that Wallace played for her criminology students. Some fans swear it resembles Jonah, and the speculation hasn’t slowed down.
Brando Eaton Responds to the Rumors
The buzz surrounding Jonah Mitchell eventually spilled over into real life, with fans flooding actor Brando Eaton’s Instagram comments demanding answers. Finally, Eaton decided to address the rumors directly.
In a Cameo video posted for a fan, Eaton responded carefully, dropping the classic actor line when faced with spoiler-heavy questions:
“Alright, I cannot confirm, nor deny this New York Ripper stuff. I keep hearing it, I keep gettin’ asked, I can’t say anything whether it’s a yes or no… who knows?”
Short, cryptic, and perfectly designed to keep fans guessing.
What Does It Really Mean?
Eaton’s playful response only fuels the fire. On one hand, his refusal to give a straight answer could mean he’s hiding a major spoiler about Jonah’s possible return. On the other hand, it could just be Eaton having fun with the speculation, with no real connection to the storyline at all.
It’s also worth noting that even the actors may not yet know where the writers plan to take the Ripper storyline. Many fans believe the true reveal might be saved for Season 2 of Dexter: Resurrection, making the mystery stretch even further.
Final Thoughts
So—do you think Brando Eaton’s words hint at something deeper? Could Jonah Mitchell secretly be the New York Ripper, or is it all just smoke and mirrors designed to mislead the fandom?