After months of speculation about his future on Chicago P.D., Jason Beghe has officially put rumors to rest. The 64-year-old actor, who has led the NBC hit since its debut in 2014, announced that he has signed a brand-new contract extending his role through 2026. The news sent a wave of excitement across social media, with fans flooding timelines with congratulations and heartfelt messages for the beloved star.
“Congratulations 🎊 I just signed a new 2026 contract with Chicago P.D. Only my real fans will say congratulations,” Beghe wrote in a post that quickly went viral among One Chicago fans. The message — casual, confident, and full of gratitude — was enough to ignite celebration from those who feared Season 13 might mark the end of an era.
Beghe’s announcement comes just weeks after his emotional interview, where he opened up about the physical challenges of portraying Sergeant Hank Voight. Many viewers took that conversation as a sign he might be preparing to step away from the series. Now, with this new contract in place, fans can rest assured that the unbreakable leader of the Intelligence Unit isn’t going anywhere — at least not yet.
Sources close to production confirm that NBC was eager to secure Beghe’s continued involvement, calling him “the cornerstone of the series.” His gritty, emotionally charged performance has been pivotal in keeping Chicago P.D. one of network television’s most-watched dramas. Over the years, Voight’s complex moral code and uncompromising loyalty have made him one of the most compelling characters in the One Chicago universe.
“Jason’s commitment to the role is unmatched,” a crew insider revealed. “He gives everything to every scene — even when he’s in pain, even when the hours are long. Fans feel that authenticity, and that’s why Voight has become such an iconic TV figure.”
The renewal also suggests that the creative team has major plans for Voight’s story in the coming seasons. While no official plot details have been revealed, insiders hint that Season 13 will explore deeper emotional territory for the sergeant, testing his leadership and legacy in unprecedented ways.
For Beghe, the new deal represents both continuity and gratitude. “This show has been a huge part of my life,” he shared in a statement following the announcement. “I’m proud of the stories we tell, proud of the people I work with, and deeply grateful to the fans who have been there through it all.”
As production gears up for another season, excitement is at an all-time high. With Jason Beghe back at the helm, fans can expect the same grit, intensity, and heart that made Chicago P.D. a cornerstone of network drama.
