Chicago Fire star reveals which former cast member returned to the set
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- Two regulars announced exits ahead of Season 14: Daniel Kyri (Darren Ritter) and Jake Lockett (Sam Carver) are not expected to return if the show is renewed. This news came from Deadline and was reported across entertainment outlets in April 2025.[1][2]
- A third cast member, Michael Bradway (Jack Damon), was reported to be leaving ahead of Season 14 to join a Prime Video project, with talk of a possible return to Chicago Fire later depending on scheduling.[4]
- The departures were framed as budget-related shakeups tied to Wolf Entertainment’s production slate ahead of renewals for the 2025–26 season, with some reports noting broader episode-count reductions for remaining cast as a possibility.[2][3]
What this means for fans
- Expect potential storyline conclusions for Ritter, Carver, and Damon within the current season if the show proceeds to Season 14, though network and producers have left open the possibility of future returns for cast members.[2][4]
- NBC/One Chicago shows have historically adjusted casts and episode counts during renewals; further official updates would come from NBC or Wolf Entertainment around renewal decisions.[3][1]
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