Chicago Fire Should Bring Back Fan-Favorite Character for Its 300th Episode
A milestone with a farewell
Chicago Fire is approaching its 300th episode, a notable point for the One Chicago franchise. The episode will also mark the departure of original cast member Joe Miñoso, whose character is Joe Cruz.
Hanako Greensmith, who portrays Violet, said the creative team is preparing a major installment. She described its moments as “haunting and exciting and thrilling,” and said returning characters could add heartwarming scenes.
Boden’s ties to Firehouse 51
Wallace Boden, the former chief of Firehouse 51 who became CFD Deputy Commissioner, is one possible return. His last appearance as Boden was a guest role in Season 13’s “Post-Mortem.” Boden’s departure as a series regular came in the Season 12 finale, “Never Say Goodbye,” when he accepted the promotion. His connection to the show reaches back to its first episode in 2012.
A reunion with Cruz’s history
Boden’s return could create a full-circle moment because he was part of the original Firehouse 51 roster alongside Cruz. That first-season group also included Severide, Herrmann and Mouch.
The article does not confirm which absent characters will appear in the 300th episode. Greensmith’s comments indicate that some familiar faces will return, while Boden remains a fan-favorite possibility.
Key points
- Chicago Fire’s 300th episode will be Joe Miñoso’s last as an original cast member.
- Hanako Greensmith says the episode will include characters who have been away from the show.
- Boden became CFD Deputy Commissioner in the Season 12 finale.
- Boden and Cruz were both part of the show’s first-season Firehouse 51 roster.