It’s a bittersweet day for fans of NBC’s “Chicago Fire.” Taylor Kinney, who has played the role of Kelly Severide since the show began in 2012, is temporarily leaving to focus on personal matters. This means that viewers will have to say goodbye (for now) to one of their favorite characters and actors.
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It has been a wild ride for Taylor Kinney on Chicago Fire. After 10 seasons, the actor is set to make his temporary last appearance in Season 11 of the show. Taylor Kinney has been an integral part of the show since its debut eight years ago as one-half of fan-favorite couple Kelly and Stella Kidd (played by Miranda Rae Mayo).
He also was instrumental in developing his character over time – from a hotheaded firefighter with a dark past into someone more mature and responsible while still retaining his signature wit, charm, and good looks. His performance earned him two nominations for Favorite Dramatic TV Actor at People’s Choice Awards between 2015-2017; he won it once in 2016!
Chicago Fire Spoilers – Taylor Kinney
Taylor Kinney has become a fan favorite due to his performance as Lt. Kelly Severide over these past ten years—his character’s development was integral in driving storylines throughout this time period!
Kinney has had some major arcs during this time, including being promoted from Lieutenant Candidate all the way up to Captain, becoming involved with both Brett (Kara Killmer) and Stella (Mayo), as well as overcoming his major addiction issues, among other things!
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Fans have watched him grow from an ambitious young firefighter to a leader and mentor at Firehouse 51, and it’s bittersweet that he will no longer be part of the team for now.
Chicago Fire Spoilers – Damage Control
His portrayal of Severide was both emotive and powerful – he truly brought life to every scene he was in! Kinney’s leave of absence will begin this week with the upcoming episode “Damage Control.” which will serve as Taylor Kinney’s momentary goodbye on Chicago Fire—and fans are sure that it won’t disappoint when it comes down to giving him an emotional send-off!
It’ll be interesting how they plan out his departure since we know he still plays such an important role within firehouse 51; however, we hope all goes well with whatever personal matters he needs tending to – we can’t wait until he returns back home! Until then, however, let us celebrate what an amazing actor Taylor Kinney is by revisiting some classic scenes featuring our beloved Kelly Severide!
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