Warning! Spoilers ahead for the Chicago Fire season 12 finale.
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- Major Update
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Season 12 finale: Sylvie Brett breaks the Firehouse 51 trend and takes Matt Casey’s last name to become Sylvie Casey. - So far
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The bride takes her married surname. - Sylvie’s decision to take her husband’s surname is believed to have been made because moving to Oregon made the transition easier.
of Chicago Fire The season 12 finale brought a big update about Sylvie Brett, revealing that she broke the Firehouse 51 trend with one change: One Chicago’s shortened year ends with an eventful conclusion for all three shows. Chicago FireIt’s a busy day for Chief Boden, as he officially retires from his job and moves up the ladder of promotion within the Chicago Fire Department. Given Eamon Walker’s importance to the ER procedure, it’s only natural that his exit will be a focal point of “Never Say Goodbye.” Chicago Fire The season 12 finale will reveal many more revelations than that.
Before Boden left, Chicago FireThe final departure from Chicago was Derrick Gibson, who only appeared in a few episodes of Firehouse 51. Prior to that, two long-timers had left Chicago, the year beginning with Blake Gallo’s move, followed by Sylvie’s departure to marry Matt Casey. The wedding marked the final goodbye for two characters who had fostered a long-running love story. However, a few episodes after their departure, Chicago Fire The season 12 finale will bring an unexpected update that will confirm a big change in Sylvie.
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Chicago Fire season 12 finale reveals Sylvie Brett is taking Matt Casey’s last name
Brett now goes by the name Sylvie Casey.
One of the biggest scenes Chicago Fire In the season 12 finale, Kelly Severide and Stella Kidd discuss starting a family. The conversation is sparked by a text message from Sylvie, who now lives in Oregon, with a picture of baby Julia. Notably, her phone initials are: “SC”, And underneath, it says she’s now going by the name Sylvie Casey. Taking her husband’s surname isn’t surprising, since that’s the norm. But this strays from Firehouse 51 tradition of women keeping their own surnames even after marrying fellow One Chicago leading man.
Even when Matt was first married to Gabby Dawson,
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Monica Raymund’s character kept her last name.
This was when Stella Kidd married Kelly Severide two years ago. Chicago Fire The Season 10 finale. Same goes for when Randy McHolland (aka Mouch) gets married. Chicago PoliceTrudy Pratt from 2013. Even when Matt was married to Gabby Dawson, Chicago FireMonica Raymund’s character kept her last name. It is unclear if this trend is done consciously; no official reason for this has been provided, nor are there any set rules on the matter, given this. Still, it is an interesting creative decision, considering Sylvie’s One Chicago predecessor.
Why it’s easier for Sylvie to take Matt’s last name than the other Chicago Fire Brides
It will be an easy transition for Sylvie to use her married name.
Brides of Chicago’s Fire who kept their maiden names |
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Gabby Dawson |
Monica Raymond |
Stella Kid |
Miranda Mayo |
Trudy Pratt |
Amy Morton |
Just because Sylvie has changed her last name to Casey doesn’t mean her relationship is any better than other couples. Chicago Fire Married life was a no-brainer for her. But she was in a special position that made the transition much easier. Moving to another state meant starting a new life, including meeting new people. Introducing herself by her married name, Sylvie Casey, was easier. Someone like Trudy, who was always called Pratt.Especially with the people you work with directly. Chicago PoliceThe same can be said for Stella and Gabby (when she married Matt in Chicago Fire season 5).
In terms of practicality, it would have been confusing if people had the same last name, considering that in Firehouse 51, last names are used to refer to people.
Possibly other Chicago Fire The brides legally changed their names. There was never any talk of keeping their original names, as is commonplace these days, so it is likely that they all went the traditional route in this matter. However, despite the legality, the brides will always be referred to by their maiden names, because it allows them to maintain their established identities.
In terms of practicality, it would be confusing to have the same last name, as Firehouse 51 often uses last names to refer to people who work together. Currently, Kelly and Stella are the only married couples in the famous firehouse, and it looks like that will remain the case. Chicago Fire Season 13. Still, it would be weird for them to use the same last name when they’re also the leaders of their respective mini-teams.
Will Sylvie and Matt return to Chicago Fire?
When asked about the matter, Kilmer and Spencer gave the same response.
Not everyone gets a happy farewell party. Chicago FireSome characters who have left in the past have experienced less-than-ideal and sometimes heartbreaking breakups, so it’s a huge joy to see Kara Killmer’s character end her time at Firehouse 51 by marrying the love of her life. For reference, Jesse Spencer left One Chicago for a few years before getting married. Nevertheless, Casey returned. Chicago Fire With their story over, there’s no urgent reason for them to return to the Windy City, Chicago, due to their unfinished love with Sylvie.
Despite this, Kilmer made it clear that she would be open to returning to the role of Sylvie. Though there are no concrete plans for her return, Kilmer was optimistic that she could return to One Chicago, given that Firehouse 51 will be busy transitioning following the departure of Chief Boden. Spencer previously stated that she would always make time to return to the role of Sylvie. Chicago FireAnd if his multiple cameos since leaving the series are any indication, it’s probably safe to say Matt will eventually return to Firehouse 51.
How Matt and Sylvie could return to Chicago Fire after leaving the show
The Chicago Fire season 12 finale leaves open the possibility of the Casey family returning.
With Kilmer and Spencer openly saying they’d be open to returning to One Chicago as Sylvie and Matt at any time, the question is how the couple would reintroduce themselves to the series. Chicago Fire The season 12 finale gives a clear narrative twist to their possible visit, and an update on baby Julia that Sylvie sends Stella emphasizes that despite their long-distance relationship, the two remain good friends, so there’ll always be a reason for the couple, who currently live in Oregon, to come to the Midwest.
More specifically, the reasons are: Stella and Kelly give birth to their first child Your best friend will be a solid reason to go on a trip. Sam Carver and Violet Mikami’s romance is long-lastingThe two eventually married, for personal reasons that may have been work-related as well. Matt returns to Chicago before reuniting with Sylvie.After all, there are plenty of reasons for a fan-favorite couple to return even after both members have left. Chicago Fire.
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Season 13 will premiere as part of NBC’s 2024-2025 television slate.

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Executive producer Dick Wolf Chicago Part of the “Chicago Fire” franchise, a television series that explores the lives and careers of various public servants in Chicago, Illinois, “Chicago Fire” follows the members of the fictional Fire House 51. The series focuses on the firefighters and paramedics of Fire House 51, with an ensemble cast that includes Jesse Spencer, Taylor Kinney, Monica Raymund, and Eamonn Walker.
- cast
- Taylor Kinney, Jesse Spencer
- release date
- October 10, 2021
- season
- 11