Chicago P.D. Faces Major Shakeup as Another Core Star Departs Ahead of Season 13

Chicago P.D. is heading into Season 13 with more than just new cases—it's facing a seismic shift in the squad room.

Fans were stunned when news broke that another core cast member is officially stepping away from the series, marking the latest major exit to hit the beloved NBC drama. While the identity of the departing star has sparked intense speculation, sources close to production confirm that the storyline will be written to reflect the character’s legacy with “respect and impact.”

This comes after Jesse Lee Soffer’s emotional farewell and now raises concerns about the show’s long-term direction. Loyal viewers are already bracing themselves for big changes in tone, dynamic, and leadership on-screen.

“Chicago P.D. has always been about resilience,” said one insider. “But this departure will hit fans in the heart.”

With Season 13 in development, producers are promising high-stakes cases and fresh characters to fill the void—but longtime fans know: you can’t replace a fan favorite that easily.