The Chicago Fire fandom is buzzing again, and this time the flames aren’t coming from a burning building — they’re coming from a bold new theory about Stella Kidd’s future on the show.
It all started with a single question that sent shockwaves through fan circles: Who will the father be now that Taylor Kinney is no longer part of the cast?
Taylor Kinney’s departure as Kelly Severide left a void in both the firehouse and Stella’s storyline. The once unshakable “Stellaride” relationship has been the emotional backbone for seasons, but now, without Severide in the picture, viewers are wondering if the writers are about to take Stella in a completely new — and controversial — direction.
From Near-Death to New Life?
One fan comment that’s gaining traction lays out a surprisingly detailed prediction. After Stella’s terrifying ordeal — being trapped on a train, staring down the barrel of a gun, and coming face-to-face with her own mortality — the theory suggests this will push her to rethink life’s priorities.
The fan speculates that Stella and Severide (whether on-screen together or off-screen through phone calls) might have a brief discussion about starting a family. The twist? That conversation would span just a few episodes before the big reveal — Stella pregnant by the end of the season.
If this theory is correct, the pregnancy storyline could become one of Chicago Fire’s biggest emotional arcs in years.
Playing the Long Game
According to the prediction, the pregnancy wouldn’t just be a quick subplot. Instead, the reveal would drop near the end of the season, setting the stage for a multi-episode exploration of what it’s like to be a pregnant female firefighter. The show could use the storyline to tackle the physical and emotional challenges head-on — something the One Chicago universe hasn’t deeply explored before.
Fans envision the rest of Season 13 — and even the first half of Season 14 if it gets renewed — focusing on Stella navigating dangerous calls, firehouse politics, and her own health while expecting.
The theory even maps out the climax: Stella giving birth either in the Season 14 midseason finale or the midseason premiere.’
Who Steps In?
With Stella potentially sidelined during certain episodes, the theory imagines veteran firefighter Mouch stepping up to fill her role on Truck 81. It’s a move that could both honor Mouch’s decades of experience and provide some heartwarming mentor moments for the younger firefighters.
The Elephant in the Room — Kelly Severide
Of course, all of this hinges on one massive question: how do you write a pregnancy storyline when the character’s long-term partner is no longer a regular on the show?
Some fans believe the writers could keep Severide “present” through off-screen references, suggesting he and Stella are still together and the baby is his. Others think the show might surprise viewers with a shocking twist — a storyline that would test Stella’s loyalty and completely reframe her arc.
One fan even floated a soap opera–level theory: what if the father isn’t Severide at all? While that idea hasn’t gained much traction, it’s enough to get Reddit threads and Twitter debates running hot.
Will the Writers Take the Risk?
Bringing a pregnancy storyline into a high-stakes action series like Chicago Fire is risky. It changes the pacing, shifts the focus from firehouse emergencies to personal drama, and risks alienating viewers who tune in for the adrenaline.
But if done right, it could also bring a fresh layer of emotional depth to the show — something Chicago Fire has excelled at in the past.
For now, it’s all just fan speculation. NBC hasn’t confirmed anything about Stella’s future, and with Taylor Kinney’s status on the show still uncertain, the writers have a tricky decision ahead.
One thing’s for sure: if Stella Kidd’s pregnancy ever does happen, the Chicago Fire fandom will be ready — theories, debates, and all.
