Marina Squerciati, known for her role as Detective Kim Burgess on Chicago P.D., quietly revealed a major personal milestone this summer — and she did it in a way that blended seamlessly with her first-family at work. In a series of intimate photos shared online, Squerciati introduced fans not only to her newest arrival but to an outpouring of love from her co-stars.
Earlier this year, the actress stunned followers by announcing that she and her husband, Eli Kay-Oliphant, had welcomed their second child. The news, shared via Instagram stories, included a photo of Squerciati cradling the infant in a baby carrier as she enjoyed time on the beach. “2024 was a BIG year for me, literally,” she wrote, adding that a drawing by her older daughter offered a candid — and amusing — take on her pregnancy journey.
But according to recent reports, Squerciati’s emotional reveal extended beyond just a personal announcement. In new snapshots posted alongside castmates from Chicago P.D., the star celebrated the birth with her extended television family. The images, shared with understated warmth, show the ensemble gathering together as if marking a collective milestone. One report even notes that fans “can’t wait” to see how the cast reacts and embraces the news publicly.
The timing is particularly striking for longtime followers of the series. Burgess’ journey over twelve seasons has woven themes of resilience, loyalty, and transformation — qualities mirrored in Squerciati’s own life offscreen. And while the show continues to evolve into its thirteenth season, the actress’s personal triumph serves as a reminder that its stories matter beyond police precincts and case files.
This announcement also arrives not long after Squerciati played an active role in one of the show’s most heralded episodes: the long-awaited wedding of Burgess and Adam Ruzek. Fans celebrated a formal church ceremony that had been teased for years — and Squerciati revealed that she solicited input from the audience in choosing her character’s gown. The result? A deeply personal episode that blurred the lines between character and actor.
In the world of procedural dramas, where high stakes and dramatic tension often dominate, moments like these are quieter but no less powerful. They remind viewers that behind every fictional badge is a real person with real joys, fears, and life changes. Through her announcement, Squerciati ushered fans into an unexpectedly tender space — where viewer and performer intersect.
As Chicago P.D. builds toward Season 13, the cast and crew are undoubtedly facing narrative challenges and new arcs. But with this shared glimpse into Squerciati’s life, the show’s community feels more connected than ever. We are left hopeful that her co-stars will continue to stand beside her — not just in scripted scenes, but in life’s unscripted moments too.
