The One Chicago universe just dropped its biggest bombshell yet — and it’s got every fan talking.
After 13 seasons of grit, heart-pounding crime, and one of TV’s most relentless anti-heroes, Chicago P.D. is reportedly gearing up for a monumental shift: Jason Beghe’s iconic Hank Voight is set to leave the show in the upcoming season — a departure that could change everything.
While recent reports originally confirmed Beghe would return for Season 13 as Voight, more industry buzz and insider chatter has ignited speculation that this might be the ride-out season for the legendary sergeant, leaving fans to fear the worst.
Why This Is Way Bigger Than a Normal Exit
Voight isn’t just another character — he is Chicago P.D.:
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The relentless street cop who bends rules like steel but refuses to break on the inside
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A moral paradox with a heart wrapped in scars
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The backbone of Intelligence for over a decade
Countless characters have come and gone around him — but he has always been the anchor.
Now? Everything is on the line.
Confirmed Return… But at What Cost?
Insiders originally reported that Jason Beghe was returning once again as Sergeant Hank Voight for Season 13 — which seemed to guarantee that Chicago’s toughest cop would march through another round of mayhem.
But behind the scenes, showrunners have reportedly been setting up Voight’s eventual replacement and a new dynamic partner for him, hinting that his long-rumored exit might be closer than anyone expected.
That groundwork — from introducing a new partner with shared instincts to creating fresh sources of tension and development — is exactly the kind of narrative foundation that precedes a major character departure.
Fans React: Panic, Praise, and Pure Angst
Across social media and fan forums, reactions are explosive:
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“This show is Voight!”
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“Without Hank, Chicago P.D. dies.”
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“If he goes, I’m out.”
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“Maybe he finally gets the redemption arc he deserves.”
These aren’t just comments — they reflect a real fear that the end of Voight’s story could spell the end of a franchise cornerstone.
What Might Voight’s Exit Look Like?
If the exit goes down in classic One Chicago style, expect:
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A morally devastating case
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A choice between justice and loyalty
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A finale that reshapes the future of the Intelligence Unit
After everything Voight has survived — from internal battles to devastating losses — a dignified exit would be worthy of the legend.
Reality Check: Is It Confirmed?
Here’s the real twist: there’s no official network announcement yet confirming Beghe leaving the show. Many reports still list him as returning for Season 13.
So if you’re hearing rumors, you’re not alone — but that doesn’t stop speculation from running wild.
