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One Chicago Franchise Faces Major Cast Departures in 2025

9/9/2025

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Story summary

Several characters will depart from the One Chicago franchise in the 2025-2026 season.
Marlyne Barrett leaves Chicago Med after 11 seasons; her character's fate remains uncertain.
Toya Turner exits Chicago PD after one season, possibly due to budget cuts.
Chicago Fire loses three cast members, including Jake Lockett, also due to budget constraints.
All three shows return on October 1, 2025, on NBC, introducing new stories and challenges.

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Story summary

Several characters will depart from the One Chicago franchise in the 2025-2026 season.
Marlyne Barrett leaves Chicago Med after 11 seasons; her character's fate remains uncertain.
Toya Turner exits Chicago PD after one season, possibly due to budget cuts.
Chicago Fire loses three cast members, including Jake Lockett, also due to budget constraints.
All three shows return on October 1, 2025, on NBC, introducing new stories and challenges.