The Chicago Fire fanbase has expressed major concerns over Joe Minoso potentially leaving the show as Joe Cruz. The rumor gained momentum online following the previous exit from several fan-favorites in recent years. Fans are now wondering if Cruz is next in line.
Here’s everything we know about Joe Minoso’s Cruz departing from the popular NBC drama Chicago Fire.
Is Joe Minoso’s Cruz leaving Chicago Fire?
No, Joe Minoso is not leaving Chicago Fire as Cruz.
Neither Minoso nor NBC has made any official statements confirming that Cruz will no longer be a part of the popular drama. Fans can rest assured that Minoso will continue playing his role as Cruz.
Fans of the show were originally concerned about Minoso leaving as he remains one of the very few original cast members of the show. Following the recent departure of Blake Gallo, Sylvie Brett, Derrick Gibson, and Chief Wallace Boden from Firehouse 51 sparked rumors that more cast members will also follow suit.
Furthermore, there had been several events in the show that hinted at Cruz’s possible departure. One of the major ones was in the previous Season 12 when he considered leaving Firehouse 51 after feeling underappreciated while temporarily serving as the Lieutenant. “For three months, I cover for him, and he’s back barking orders. I’m tired of feeling disrespected. It’s time for me to leave 51,” Cruz had stated. However, Cruz has yet to take his leave from the show. He will continue to be a big part of the upcoming storylines.
Furthermore, the official logline of the upcoming Episode 7 confirms that Cruz remains a major part of the show. It reads, “Pascal and Severide revisit the storage facility fire in hopes of uncovering new evidence; Cruz helps Mouch take his studying to the next level; Novak prepares a proposal for Chief Robinson for a whole blood program.” (via NBC)
