Actor Michael Bradway has joined the cast of Chicago Fire season 12 and is set to debut as new firefighter Jack Damon in episode 10.
The actor confirmed the exciting news on Instagram, writing, “I got to be a part of the Chicago Fire Family for Season 12! Can’t wait for you guys to see it next week!”
The casting news comes after the departures of longtime series regulars Alberto Rosende and Kara Killmer, as well as Rome Flynn, who played Jake Gibson for six episodes.
As viewers prepare to meet Firehouse 51’s newest addition, learn all you need to know about the actor who plays him, including his past credits and famous girlfriend .
Meet Chicago Fire’s new star Michael Bradway
Michael is an actor and model from Boca Raton, Florida.
After graduating from the New York Film Academy with a BFA in Film Acting in 2020, Michael went on to appear in the feature films Marked Men, starring Alexander Ludwig and directed by Nick Cassavetes, and Copperhead Directed by Jamie Marshall.
According to the NYFA website, Michael is signed to ELECT Model Management and has appeared in many campaigns for major brands such as Champion, U.S. Polo Assn., and Verizon.
He is also represented by Luber Roklin Entertainment and GGSSC.
Away from the cameras, Michael appears to be in a relationship with actress Veronica St. Clair, who is best known for playing Riley Velez on the NBC drama La Brea.
Taking to Instagram on Valentine’s Day in February, Michael shared a sweet photo of their date night. Next to a photo of the couple preparing to enjoy a delicious-looking dessert, he wrote with the caption: “Happy Valentine’s Day, my love.”
Although it is unknown how long the couple has been dating, Veronica first appeared on Michael’s Instagram page last November.
Chicago Fire cast changes
News of Michael joining the season 12 cast comes after Rome Flynn left the show. His character decides to leave Firehouse 51 to get help for his prescription drug addiction in an episode airing on March 27.
Speaking about his departure in an interview with Variety, Rome said: “Like all the fans, I’m sad to see Gibson go. He was a character I loved playing. ”
Sharing his hope for a potential return in the future, the actor added: “I had a great experience during my time on Chicago Fire and have great respect for the cast and crew and hope Looking forward to working with Dick Wolf again when the time is right. .”
Rome’s departure follows the departures of Alberto Rosende and Kara Killmer, both of whom appeared on the show for multiple seasons.
Kara’s final storyline saw her character Sylvie Brett leave the Windy City for Portland after marrying Matt Casey (Jesse Spencer).
Meanwhile, Alberto’s character Blake Gallo last appeared in the season 12 premiere when he decided to move to Michigan to be closer to his newfound family.
