Tracy Spiridakos to Depart from 'Chicago P.D.' after Season 11

Spiridakos' exit follows the departure of on-screen husband Jesse Lee Soffer last season, sparking fan speculation of a final cameo appearance and uncertainty about the future of "Chicago P.D." as season 11 launch is delayed due to ongoing Hollywood strikes.

Tracy Spiridakos, who plays the character Hailey Upton on 'Chicago P.D.', will be departing the show after its 11th season; her exit is speculated to sign off the 'Upstead' storyline, which charts the romantic journey between Hailey and her on-screen husband Jay Halstead, played by Jesse Lee Soffer.
Her exit comes in the wake of Soffer's departure from the show, leading to fan speculation on whether Soffer might return for a final cameo before Spiridakos’ final episode; Soffer's character left his post at the Intelligence Unit to assist the U.S. Army in Bolivia, extending his trip after an assignment.
Fans expressed sadness but not surprise at Spiridakos' departure, reasoning that her character's story arc seemed complete following Jay's departure and the dramatic events that subsequently unfolded, such as leading significant investigations and being kidnapped.
Some fans expressed interest in a spinoff series featuring Jay and Hailey, while others threatened to stop watching the show after Spiridakos' exit.
The 11th season of 'Chicago P.D.' has been delayed due to the SAG-AFTRA strike, and it remains unclear how many episodes Spiridakos will appear in for the upcoming season.
The departure of Spiridakos and Soffer within a short span has left fans wondering about the future of 'Chicago P.D.' and its storylines.