While the Chicago P.D. writers are desperately trying to plan the most romantic wedding in TV history for Kim Burgess and Adam Ruzek, the real-life situation in the Flueger household is reportedly reaching a boiling point. As the January 7, 2026 return looms, our insiders have uncovered a web of jealousy, deleted Instagram posts, and a “Stay Away” order that could change the show’s cast forever.
Forget the “Stellaride” drama—the real war is being fought over a wedding ring that isn’t even real.
1. THE ‘LYRIC OPERA’ FALLOUT: When a Photo Goes Too Far
The internet melted when Marina Squerciati posted a photo of herself and Patrick John Flueger looking glamorous at the Lyric Opera in late 2025.
The Behind-the-Scenes Blowup: Sources close to Flueger’s real-life partner, Reem Amara, claim she was “completely blindsided” by the level of intimacy displayed.
The Deleted Comments: Within minutes of the post, several comments from Reem’s inner circle—allegedly questioning the “appropriateness” of the post—were scrubbed. Since then, Reem has reportedly stopped following Marina, sparking rumors of a total social media blackout between the two women.
2. THE ‘NO-KISS’ CLAUSE: Reem’s Demands for Season 13
As Chicago P.D. gears up for the 2026 arc, the “Burzek” romance is hitting a legal wall.
The Ultimatum: Rumors from the writing room suggest that Flueger has requested a “Physical Intimacy Limit” in his new contract.
The Reason: Insiders whisper that Reem gave Patrick a choice: either reduce the “lovey-dovey” scenes with Squerciati or find a new place to live. This is why the 2026 scripts reportedly focus more on Burgess and Ruzek “parenting” Makayla rather than their actual relationship.
3. THE ‘JESSE LEE SOFFER’ REBOUND: Is Marina Moving On?
While the fans want Burgess with Ruzek, Marina Squerciati has been spending a lot of time with Jesse Lee Soffer (Jay Halstead) since his return to direct.
The “Director’s Special”: On set, Marina and Jesse are reportedly “inseparable.” Crew members have noted that Jesse spends an unusual amount of time “coaching” Marina’s solo scenes.
The Revenge Flirt? Some tabloids are suggesting that Marina is leaning into her friendship with Jesse to make Patrick jealous, or perhaps as a reaction to the cold shoulder she’s receiving from the Flueger/Amara camp.
4. THE JANUARY 7 ‘WEDDING’ SABOTAGE
The winter premiere, “Impulse Control,” was supposed to feature a major wedding planning scene.
The Script Change: At the last minute, the scene was reportedly cut and replaced with a solo investigation scene for Ruzek.
The Theory: The tension between the real-life couples has made it “impossible” to film romantic scenes that look authentic. The producers are terrified that if the “Burzek” chemistry dies, the show’s ratings will crater by the spring of 2026.
THE VERDICT: A TRIPLE THREAT TO THE ALTAR
The “One Chicago” family is fractured. Between Reem Amara’s ultimatum, Marina’s “Director” friendship, and Patrick’s legal restrictions, the Burgess-Ruzek wedding might be the first ceremony in history to be canceled because of a real-life jealousy scandal.
When the episode airs on January 7, look at the distance between the characters. The space between them is where the real drama lives.
