Taylor Kinney to Rejoin NBC's 'Chicago Fire' in Season 12 After Hiatus
Actor Taylor Kinney, who left the hit series "Chicago Fire" during its 11th season due to personal reasons, is set to return to his character Lieutenant Kelly Severide in the upcoming 12th season, although the frequency of his appearances remains uncertain amid ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.
- Taylor Kinney, known for his role as Lieutenant Kelly Severide, is set to make a return to NBC's 'Chicago Fire' in the upcoming 12th season after a hiatus during season 11 due to personal matters.
- The frequency of Kinney's appearances on the show remains uncertain due to the continuing SAG-AFTRA strike. The actor is expected to appear in the early episodes of the season.
- The character Severide's hiatus in-show was explained as a last-minute opportunity to attend a top arson investigation training program. This led to concern among fans and the character's wife, particularly when he did not return after the training program concluded.
- The return of Kinney to 'Chicago Fire' was confirmed by multiple reliable sources, sparking speculation from fans and signaling the reopening of the writers' room after the WGA strike concluded, though the exact premiere date is unknown due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike.
- Despite numerous casting changes in the 'One Chicago' universe, including exits and returns, Kinney's return stands out due to his longstanding presence on the show since its premiere in 2012.
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