Chicago Fire Introduces New Chief, And Fans Aren't Crazy About Him

Chicago Fire’s new chief was just introduced, and he isn’t exactly a fan-favorite.

Eamonn Walker’s Chief Wallace Boden had been a main character ofChicago Firesince its inception in 2012.

Pascal was described as having a different leadership style than Boden, and fans couldn’t agree more.

Chicago Fire Chief Boden

However, some fans weren’t as kind regarding Pascal and his introduction.

For example, X user@httpsbriefxstated that they"already hate the new chief.

“That post was shared at 9 p.m. “It also included a gif of Ice Cube fromFridaywhere he says,“Sit yo ass down!”

Dermot Mulroney as Dom Pascal in Chicago Fire

These fan reactions likely came from fans who had a strong connection with Chief Boden.

Since he was being replaced, it was more difficult for viewers to connect with someone new.

Chief Pascal, we dont mess with Stellaride.”

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Although he has only been featured in one episode, some of his backstory has already been revealed.

It was also revealed that Chief Pascal is now estranged from his wife, making him even more mysterious.

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In the future, fans will likely learn more about him, making him more hateable or sympathetic.

By the opposite token, hes a boots on the ground firefighter.”

New episodes ofChicago Fireair every Wednesday on NBC at 9 p.m.

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ET and stream the next day on Peacock.