‘Chicago Fire’ Original Cast Member Joe Miñoso Leaving In Season 15 Of NBC Drama
Longtime Chicago Fire fans are preparing for a major shift in Firehouse 51. Joe Miñoso is departing the hit NBC drama during its upcoming fifteenth season. The actor, who has portrayed the character Joe Cruz since the series pilot, will remain on screen for a handful of episodes to conclude his story arc.
Miñoso represents a significant piece of the show history. He began as a guest star in the first season before rising to a series regular at the start of season two. Along with Taylor Kinney, David Eigenberg, and Christian Stolte, he remained one of the final four original cast members holding the line at the station.
His exit arrives during a period of transition for the production. The show recently added Da’Vinchi to the cast as a new firefighter, while leads Taylor Kinney and Miranda Rae Mayo secured new contracts to continue their roles. Behind the camera, Victor Teran is taking over as showrunner following the departure of Andrea Newman.
Viewers last saw Cruz dealing with the news that his family is expecting twins. The cliffhanger finale left the team in a dangerous position during a storage facility fire, with the roof on the verge of collapse. Fans will need to wait for the season fifteen premiere to learn the fate of the crew as they navigate this crisis.