Jake Lockett, who portrays Firefighter Sam Carver in the hit NBC drama Chicago Fire, has been promoted to a series regular for the upcoming Season 13, according to TV Line. This promotion suggests a significant elevation in his character’s storyline after being consistently featured as a recurring character since Season 11. The change will also explore more of Carver’s character and his relationships within Firehouse 51.
A procedural drama created by Michael Brandt and Derek Haas, Chicago Fire follows the personal and professional lives of firefighters and paramedics at the fictional Firehouse 51 of the Chicago Fire Department. The series kicks off with the tragic death of one of the firefighters and focuses on how the team tackles grief while also rising up to serve the city. It premiered on NBC in 2012 and has since captivated
The news of Lockett’s promotion comes at a pivotal time, as the show is also bidding adieu to some of its key characters. To fill the gaps, the series has also added Dermot Mulroney and KaDee Strickland to its cast. Mulroney will play Chief Dom Pascal, the new chief at Firehouse 51, while Strickland will portray his estranged wife, Monica. Both Chief Pascal and Monica are likely to bring fresh conflicts and alliances to the firehouse.
