Those wondering about Stella Kidd’s absence in Chicago Fire Season 13 now have an answer.

Included in that bunch was Kidd after Chief Wallace Boden’s exit deeply affected her.

What Happened to Stella on Chicago Fire?

Chicago Fire, Stella

Warning - the rest of this article contains spoilers for Season 13, Episode 9 of Chicago Fire.

Notably, she did not make an appearance in the series' first episode of 2025.

Did Stella Leave Chicago Fire?

Miranda Raw Mayo as Stella Kidd, Eamonn Walker as Chief Boden in Chicago Fire

Theres a lot to be excited about.

And, again, Im just so grateful, so proud, and fortunate to be on the ride.

Forever grateful to be a part of this crew."

Is Stella Kidd Leaving Chicago Fire? Exit Scare Explained

The writers have shared that they want Stella to, absolutely, be in on the action.

and thats where we love seeing her.

But who knows, this could be something that changes over the course of the season.

Chicago Fire: Does Stella Kidd Die? NBC Confirms Her Fate In New Episode Synopsis

I dont know whats going to happen, but I love her being the truck lieutenant."

New episodes ofChicago Fireair on NBC on Wednesdays at 9 p.m.

ET before streaming the next day onPeacock.

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