Several main cast members have left the TV series Chicago Fire, especially following season 13. Notable recent departures include:
- Daniel Kyri, who played Firefighter Darren Ritter. He announced leaving after filming his last scene in season 13, saying it was time to move on.
- Jake Lockett, who portrayed Sam Carver, also departed after season 13. His exit was similarly confirmed and linked to possible budget trimming.
- Michael Bradway, who joined in season 12 as Jack Damon (half-brother to Kelly Severide), will not return for season 14 due to scheduling conflicts but may come back in the future.
Other significant cast members who left in earlier seasons include:
- Jesse Spencer (Matt Casey) left in 2021 after 10 seasons.
- Eamonn Walker (Chief Wallace Boden) departed after season 12 for a promotion storyline but may guest star in future.
- Kara Killmer (Sylvie Brett) exited after 9 seasons for new opportunities.
In summary, recent exits especially after season 13 centered on Daniel Kyri, Jake Lockett, and Michael Bradway, with previous major departures of Jesse Spencer and Eamonn Walker years earlier. These cast changes are typical for a long-running show like Chicago Fire.
