Daniel Kyri & Jake Lockett to Leave "Chicago Fire" after Season 13
by Rosy Cordero, Nellie Andreeva
April 16, 2025


Daniel Kyri and Jake Lockett will not be returning to NBC’s "Chicago Fire" if the show is renewed for a 14th season, sources tell Deadline.

Kyri has been on the hit firefighter drama for seven seasons, Lockett for three.

https://deadline.com/2025/04/chicago-fire-daniel-kyri-jake-lockett-leaving-season-13-1236370467/

Jake Lockett on his "Chicago Fire" Exit
by Denise Petski
April 28, 2025


Jake Lockett has addressed his upcoming exit from "Chicago Fire" on his Instagram.

“While I don’t exactly know what the future looks like, I do know that it won’t be exactly what it was and I am going to miss the hell out of that. So much pride in this journey,” he wrote alongside a video montage of some of his most favorites moments from the show.

“It’s been an honor bringing Sam to life and to every one of you, thank you for the love and support over the past three years.”

https://deadline.com/2025/04/jake-lockett-chicago-fire-exit-reaction-1236379378/

"Chicago Fire’s" Daniel Kyri Returning for ‘Limited Time’ for Season 14
by Claire Franken
August 4, 2025


Firehouse 51 isn’t saying goodbye to Darren Ritter just yet.

Daniel Kyri, who exited as a series regular along with Jake Lockett at the end of Season 13, has shared that he’ll return in Season 14 as Ritter, albeit briefly.

“Back! For a limited time only,” he wrote on his Instagram story along with a behind-the-scenes photo.

https://tvline.com/news/chicago-fire-season-14-daniel-kyri-returning-darren-ritter-1235485272/