For over a decade, fans of Chicago P.D. have remained emotionally invested in the slow-burning, often heart-wrenching love story of Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek. Nicknamed “Burzek” by the show’s devoted following, their relationship has withstood breakups, near-death experiences, co-parenting challenges, and everything in between. And now, in a moment twelve seasons in the making, the couple is finally getting married — a milestone that has cast members feeling both excited and deeply responsible.
“There was a lot of pressure,” Marina Squerciati, who plays Officer Burgess, admitted in a recent interview. “Not just from fans, but from ourselves. We’ve built these characters over so many years, and we wanted the wedding to reflect the journey — the heartbreak, the hope, and the healing.” Patrick John Flueger, who plays Ruzek, echoed that sentiment. “It’s not just about a pretty ceremony. This is a payoff that needs to feel earned. These two characters have suffered and grown. Their love isn’t perfect, but it’s real — and that’s what we needed to capture.”
The decision to have the Burzek wedding in the finale wasn’t just for fan service. Showrunner Gwen Sigan explained that the timing was intentional. “We didn’t want it to be a mid-season twist. It needed to feel like a destination. After everything Kim and Adam have endured, this moment had to represent peace, commitment, and the future.” True to Chicago P.D.’s gritty tone, the wedding isn’t just about dresses and declarations. The writers made sure it stayed grounded. “It’s not a fairy tale,” Sigan added. “It’s messy and raw in places. But that’s what makes it feel honest.”
Behind the scenes, the emotional weight of the scene left an impact on the actors. Squerciati shared that she cried multiple times during filming. “I didn’t expect it to hit me that hard. But suddenly you’re standing there, in a wedding dress, looking into the eyes of someone you’ve shared a decade of storylines with… It got very real.” Flueger, who usually maintains a calm and easygoing presence on set, also found himself caught off guard. “I had to pause between takes to collect myself. It’s funny — it’s all fiction, right? But in that moment, I felt like I was giving a part of myself away. That’s how deep these characters run.”
The wedding episode itself will be filled with small nods to Burzek’s past. From the location of the ceremony to the choice of music and even some of the vows, longtime fans can expect several emotional callbacks. One insider revealed that the couple’s daughter, Makayla, plays a meaningful role in the episode, solidifying the idea of family that’s always been at the heart of Burzek.
The wedding also provides a rare opportunity for the entire cast to be in one place — not chasing down criminals or solving murders, but simply being human. Jason Beghe’s Hank Voight, typically the gruff, no-nonsense leader of the Intelligence Unit, is rumored to have a quiet but powerful moment in the episode that signals his support for the union. “It’s those little things,” said Squerciati. “A look from Voight, a nod from Trudy — those silent blessings are everything.” As fans count down to the finale, speculation is already running wild. Will the wedding go off without a hitch? Is a twist coming? Could it be the beginning of a new chapter — or the end of an era?
Some fans worry that the wedding might serve as a curtain call for one or both actors. Rumors of cast departures have circulated in recent months, though neither Squerciati nor Flueger has confirmed anything. Still, both hinted that this episode felt significant. “If this is our swan song, then I’m grateful it ends this way,” Flueger said. “It’s a beautiful chapter, and not many actors get that kind of closure.” Squerciati added, “There’s a sense of completeness in the story right now. Whether or not it’s the end, it’s definitely a moment to pause and appreciate everything we’ve built.” The audience reaction has already been overwhelming, and the episode hasn’t even aired yet. On social media, the Burzek fandom is in full celebration mode. Fan art, video tributes, and emotional theories about how the episode will unfold are everywhere. “I just want them to be happy,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “If anyone’s earned a happy ending, it’s Kim and Adam.”
Others are preparing for emotional chaos. “I’m crying already and the episode hasn’t even aired,” another user posted. “If this ends badly, I will riot.” Regardless of what happens next, the Burzek wedding is shaping up to be a defining moment — not just for the couple, but for Chicago P.D. as a whole. It’s a reminder of how far the show has come, and how much its characters mean to fans around the world. When the final scene airs, it won’t just be about saying “I do.” It will be about everything that came before — the near-misses, the rescues, the heartbreaks, and the quiet moments in between. It will be about love surviving in a world of chaos.
