After several powerful seasons on Chicago P.D., Tracy Spiridakos has officially departed the series, marking the end of Hailey Upton’s emotional journey with the Intelligence Unit. Her exit left fans both heartbroken and hopeful — because while Upton has walked away from Chicago, the door may still be open for her to reappear in another corner of Dick Wolf’s TV universe.
In her final episodes, Upton’s storyline came full circle. Struggling with personal loss, burnout, and the psychological toll of the job, Hailey decided to step back and reclaim her life. Her departure wasn’t explosive or tragic — instead, it was deeply human, a moment of healing after years of carrying the emotional weight of the Intelligence Unit’s darkest cases.
Tracy Spiridakos spoke candidly about her decision to leave, revealing that it came from a desire to take on new creative challenges while still honoring Hailey’s arc. “This show and this character have meant so much to me,” she said. “I’m incredibly grateful for the stories we got to tell and for the fans who connected so deeply with Hailey.”
However, her goodbye might not be permanent. Chicago P.D. executive producers — along with franchise creator Dick Wolf — have hinted that the character’s story could continue elsewhere. Given Wolf’s expansive “One Chicago” and “Law & Order” franchises, the possibility of a crossover appearance or even a new role in another Wolf production remains very real.
It wouldn’t be the first time a beloved character migrated within Wolf’s interconnected TV world. From Law & Order: SVU to FBI and Chicago Fire, characters have frequently crossed precincts, cities, and even networks. Hailey’s skills, moral integrity, and complex personality make her an ideal candidate for such a move.
Fans across social media have already begun campaigning for her return — whether that means a surprise guest spot, a recurring crossover, or a completely new chapter. “Hailey deserves her own redemption arc,” one fan posted. “She’s too good of a character to disappear forever.”
For now, Tracy Spiridakos is closing one chapter and looking ahead to what’s next. But in true One Chicago fashion, goodbyes are rarely final. Whether she returns to Chicago P.D., joins Law & Order: SVU, or appears in a new Dick Wolf project, Hailey Upton’s story is far from over — it’s just waiting for its next case.
