Dermot Mulroney will depart NBC’s “Chicago Fire” during its upcoming fifteenth season, according to comments the actor made at the Flash Weekend Chicago Horror Convention reported by People. Mulroney stated that he has only one episode remaining in Season 15 before showrunners write his character, Chief Dom Pascal, off the drama series.
Dermot Mulroney Exit Details on Chicago Fire Season 15
Mulroney joined the cast of the NBC procedural in Season 13 as Chief Dom Pascal. Reflecting on his tenure during his convention appearance, Mulroney told attendees that he loved every minute of the role and formed close friendships with the crew. According to Mulroney, the production provided him with challenging scenes backed by a strong supporting cast.
“We gave it our all for two seasons,” Mulroney said, describing the storyline as an intense test of his acting abilities. He noted that while fans frequently recognize him for other projects like “Scream VI,” many viewers approach him to request autographs addressed to Chief Pascal for their relatives.
Cast Changes and Departures Ahead of the October Premiere
Mulroney’s departure arrives just days after NBC announced that original cast member Joe Miñoso will also exit the series during the upcoming fifteenth season, according to reports. Miñoso’s character, firefighter Joe Cruz, will similarly be written off the program. Both character exits are slated to occur early in Season 15, which is scheduled to premiere on Oct. 7 at 9 p.m. ET.
Did you know?
Dermot Mulroney joined the cast of “Chicago Fire” at the start of Season 13, taking over leadership of Firehouse 51 as Chief Dom Pascal following the departure of longtime cast member Eamonn Walker.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Chicago Fire Season 15 premiere?
Season 15 of “Chicago Fire” premieres on Oct. 7 at 9 p.m. ET on NBC.
Why is Dermot Mulroney leaving Chicago Fire?
According to Mulroney at the Flash Weekend Chicago Horror Convention, his character Chief Dom Pascal is being written off the show after his final episode in Season 15, following a two-season run.
Which other cast members are leaving Chicago Fire in Season 15?
Original cast member Joe Miñoso, who plays firefighter Joe Cruz, is also scheduled to leave the series early in Season 15.
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