The Chicago P.D. fandom erupted in joy when Marina Squerciati, the beloved actress behind Detective Kim Burgess, recently reunited with two former stars of the hit NBC series, Tracy Spiridakos and Jesse Lee Soffer. On April 11, 2025, Marina shared glimpses of this epic meet-up through her Instagram Stories, capturing playful moments with Spiridakos in Budapest and later posting an “iconic” photo with both Spiridakos and Soffer that sent fans into a frenzy. This heartwarming reunion not only reignited nostalgia for the show’s golden days but also highlighted the enduring bonds between its cast, even after years of on-screen intensity and off-screen changes.
Marina, who has portrayed the resilient Kim Burgess since Chicago P.D. premiered in 2014, met up with Tracy Spiridakos, known for her role as Detective Hailey Upton until her departure in Season 11, during a well-deserved hiatus after wrapping Season 12. Their Budapest adventure featured silly snapshots—like pretending to hold up a giant sphere or dancing in front of a shop—showcasing their carefree chemistry. Fans, unable to comment directly on Stories, flooded social media with excitement, thrilled to see “Burgess and Upton” together again. The reunion took an even more nostalgic turn when Marina shared a photo with Jesse Lee Soffer, who played Detective Jay Halstead for a decade before leaving in Season 10. Dubbed the “Upstead reunion” by fans, the image also sparked playful references to “Jake and Kate,” a nod to Marina’s long-running joke about her rare scenes with Soffer on the show.
This gathering wasn’t just a casual catch-up; it was a celebration of shared history. Chicago P.D. has thrived on its raw portrayal of the Intelligence Unit, and the trio’s performances—Marina’s grounded empathy, Tracy’s fierce determination, and Jesse’s stoic loyalty—created some of the series’ most memorable moments. Off-screen, their friendship has endured despite demanding schedules and life changes. Marina, a mother of two who welcomed her second child in 2024, balances her career with grace, while Tracy and Jesse have pursued new projects, with Jesse even directing episodes for the One Chicago franchise. Their Budapest meet-up, filled with laughter and memories, reminded fans that the bonds forged in District 21 run deep.
The reunion resonated profoundly with the fandom, who’ve followed these characters through heartbreak, triumphs, and, soon, Marina’s on-screen wedding as Burgess to Adam Ruzek. Comments like “Do you know how much the fandom is freaking out?” flooded Marina’s posts, reflecting the joy of seeing their favorites together. For fans, this moment was a gift—a reminder that even as Chicago P.D. evolves, the spirit of its early days lives on through friendships like these, proving that some connections, like a great episode, never fade.
