Fans of Chicago Fire have been anxiously speculating about Stella Kidd’s future, especially after Season 13 hinted at major cast shake-ups. With Chief Wallace Boden’s departure and a growing sense of uncertainty at Firehouse 51, many feared Miranda Rae Mayo’s beloved character could be the next to go.
Now, NBC has finally given some clarity on Stella’s fate, and the news will come as a relief to many.
What’s Next for Stella Kidd in Chicago Fire Season 13?
NBC briefly released—then removed—the official synopsis for Chicago Fire Season 13, Episode 13, which sheds light on Stella Kidd’s storyline. According to the description, the episode will focus on Christopher Herrmann investigating a rise in missing fire hydrants, while Stella’s cousin makes an unexpected visit, bringing shocking family revelations.
The synopsis reads:
“Herrmann investigates the rise in missing fire hydrants and teams up with Kylie to track them down. Kidd’s cousin comes to town, revealing surprising family history.”
This confirmation follows Stella’s brush with death during the recent One Chicago crossover event, where she was caught in a devastating explosion and left with shrapnel embedded in her abdomen. The life-threatening injury left fans fearing the worst, but her survival was seemingly confirmed when she appeared in the promo for upcoming episodes.
At the 0:14 mark of the trailer, Stella can be seen sitting with Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney) as they discuss the possibility of starting a family—hardly the conversation of someone preparing to exit the show.
Is Stella Kidd Leaving Chicago Fire?
For now, all signs point to Stella Kidd staying put in Chicago Fire.
Given recent promos and the fact that she and Severide are considering having children, it seems unlikely that the show would write her off in the near future. This comes as a huge relief after Season 13’s premiere left many characters—including both Stella and Kelly—on shaky ground.
Her survival in the One Chicago crossover also confirms that she will continue to play a crucial role in upcoming episodes. Additionally, the introduction of her cousin hints at a deeper dive into her backstory, which will give fans an even greater look into her personal life.
While Chicago Fire is known for putting its characters through life-threatening situations, Stella Kidd isn’t going anywhere—for now.
When to Watch New Episodes of Chicago Fire
New episodes of Chicago Fire air Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on NBC, with episodes available for streaming on Peacock.
