When Chicago Fire Season 12 premiered, no one expected it to kick off with heartbreak. Alberto Rosende, who played the fearless and fiery firefighter Blake Gallo, made his final appearance in the season opener — and fans haven’t stopped talking about it since.
Rosende’s departure from the show was a shock to loyal viewers, especially since Gallo had become such a fan-favorite since joining in Season 8. His energy, emotional depth, and chemistry with other firefighters like Ritter and Violet made him a standout at Firehouse 51.
Gallo’s exit storyline was surprisingly simple: he moved to Michigan to be closer to his newly discovered extended family. Some viewers loved the emotional closure, while others felt the character deserved a more heroic sendoff. “I just didn’t expect him to leave like that. Gallo had so much more to give,” one fan posted on X (formerly Twitter).
So what’s next for Alberto Rosende? The actor is keeping his next moves quiet for now, but sources close to the production say he’s focusing on personal projects and might be eyeing a return to either the stage or new streaming projects.
No matter where Rosende goes next, fans are hoping it won’t be too long before they see Gallo back in action — maybe even in a future Chicago Fire crossover.
