Stella Kidd (Miranda Rae Mayo) has been a constant presence in Chicago Fire Season 13, but her personal life has largely taken a backseat to the turmoil and drama surrounding her peers. That’s all about to change when the series returns for the second half of the season.
According to showrunner Andrea Newman, fans can expect Kidd to take center stage, with major revelations about her family coming to light. In a recent interview with TV Line, Newman teased that these developments will not only provide deeper insights into Kidd’s past but will also have profound implications for her future, particularly her relationship with Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney).
A Family Reunion Brings New Challenges
Newman revealed that a member of Kidd’s family will make an unexpected appearance early in the second half of the season. “Soon into the second half of the season, someone from Kidd’s family shows up in Chicago,” Newman said. This reunion will introduce fans to previously unexplored aspects of Kidd’s background and her decision-making process.
The arrival of this family member will bring to the forefront unresolved issues from Kidd’s past, forcing her to reflect on her choices and future aspirations. Most notably, this family dynamic will influence her stance on starting her own family—a topic that has been a source of tension between Kidd and Severide.
Revisiting the Stellaride Debate on Parenthood
Kidd and Severide have long been at odds when it comes to the idea of raising children. While Severide initially resisted the notion, he softened his stance by the end of Season 12, leaving Kidd to grapple with her own uncertainties.
Newman hinted that the revelations from Kidd’s family will reignite discussions between the couple. “The history that is revealed leads Kidd and Severide to restart their conversation about what having their own family means to them,” Newman explained.
This storyline is expected to be a significant turning point for the couple, who have had little time to explore their relationship outside of work in Season 13. Fans can look forward to seeing them pause, reflect on their priorities, and make concrete decisions about their future together.
Miranda Rae Mayo on Kidd’s Inner Struggles
Miranda Rae Mayo has previously weighed in on Kidd’s hesitation about having children. In an interview with Soaps.com, the actress explained that her character’s perfectionism and the daily horrors she witnesses as a firefighter have made her cautious about taking such a monumental step.
“I think there’s some perfectionism that’s kind of paralyzing her,” Mayo said. “And also, I mean, look at her job, look at all of the horrific things that she sees on a day-to-day basis.”
It seems that Kidd’s family member will play a pivotal role in helping her confront this perfectionist streak. By examining her past and reevaluating her mindset, Kidd may finally gain clarity on what she truly wants.
What’s Next for Kidd and Severide?
The revelations about Kidd’s family and her subsequent soul-searching promise to add depth and complexity to her character arc. For fans who have been eager to see more of Kidd and Severide’s relationship beyond their professional lives, this development marks a welcome shift.
As Kidd navigates her family reunion and its impact on her future, viewers can expect a storyline filled with emotional highs, raw truths, and pivotal decisions that will shape the course of her life—and her relationship with Severide.
