Chicago Fire' Officially Losing Original Cast Member After 15 Seasons

Joe Minoso is officially leaving “Chicago Fire” after 15 seasons, with his character, Joe Cruz, set to wrap up his arc in Season 15. Minoso has starred in more than 290 episodes of the series since 2012, making him one of the few performers who has remained from the early years. The update arrives as “One Chicago” prepares for its return later in 2026; the broader franchise includes “Chicago Fire,” “Chicago Med,” and “Chicago P.D.” NBC is set to bring the series back on October 7. The article also notes the background of writer-creator Derek Haas and references his other TV work, including the Prime Video series “Countdown,” canceled after one season.