They could have JR shoot or not shoot anyone. After over a year, they can have some play in the story. They could also have JR shoot himself instead of other people. It's still a social issue that could be dealt with.
I remember watching when Harold first kidnapped Brooke. I was in college in the Student lounge and when Harold started playing "Every Breath You Take" we were all "Oooohh"
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I was going to say she was the first Skye but am totally not sure. I remember the actress on the show clearly but don't recall who she was cavorting with at that time. Maybe Jeremy?