The show’s family is about to shrink. It’s December 5, and by this point, this year’s

WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes seem like a half-forgotten nightmare. Yet they remain the

most impactful event in Hollywood in years, shaping the entire entertainment

landscape. When the writers went on strike, many beloved projects were put on hold – Season 6 of Virgin River was only half written, Young Sheldon’s seventh and final installment hadn’t been touched, and Chicago Fire had just been renewed for a 12th season. When the actors’ union followed suit, the film and TV industry seemed to grind to a halt. Fortunately, both strikes have been over for nearly a month now, and our beloved projects are back in the works. In addition, many are already slated for midseason releases, with Chicago Fire Season 12 set to premiere on January 17th. As exciting as it sounds, the return of NBC’s hit drama will also be a bit sad and bittersweet. And it’s not just because of the condensed episode count of the upcoming installment.

Chicago Fire Star to Leave the Show Blake Gallo, portrayed by Alberto Rosende, won over audiences when he made his debut on Chicago Fire in Season 8. Since then, he’s been one of the show’s main characters and has gained a loyal following. Unfortunately, the actor will only be reprising his role for the premiere episode of the show’s upcoming twelfth season. Alberto Rosende On Leaving Chicago Fire According to reports, Alberto Rosende will appear in the first episode of Season 12 before exiting the show. Considering that he’s become one of Chicago Fire’s most beloved characters, the news is indeed sad. In that light, it’s not surprising that the actor is bittersweet about leaving the show. Hopefully, the actor will have a fruitful career in the future and we’ll see him in many other projects.