On Chicago P.D., Jason Beghe’s Hank Voight is a rule-breaker with a badge, operating in moral gray zones to protect the city. At home, however, the actor runs an entirely different operation — one defined by boundaries, restraint, and emotional awareness.
One of Beghe’s most surprising parenting rules is a strict separation between work and family. His sons didn’t grow up watching Chicago P.D., a deliberate choice meant to keep Voight’s darkness out of their daily lives. Beghe has said he wants his children to know him as a present, grounded father — not a television antihero.
Technology is another area where Beghe draws firm lines. Known for his old-school mindset, he limits screen time and encourages real-world interaction, outdoor activity, and face-to-face conversation. Fame, too, stays outside the house. Beghe fiercely protects his sons’ privacy, keeping them out of the spotlight and reminding them that acting is simply a job.
Most striking is his emphasis on empathy over authority. While Voight leads with intimidation, Beghe leads with honesty and vulnerability — a contrast that reshapes how fans see the man behind the badge.
