Daniel Kyri has wrapped up his run on the hit NBC series Chicago Fire.
The 30-year-old actor first joined the show in season seven as Firefighter Darren Ritter in a recurring role and was promoted to series regular two seasons later.
Earlier this year, it was announced that he would be leaving the show after season 13, and earlier this month, revealed he would be back for “a limited time only.”
Now, he has finished filming his final scenes and took to social media to mark the end of his time on the show.
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“Okay. Yesterday, I filmed my last scenes as Ritter & I’m still so amazed that my first-ever TV gig—a role that was originally meant for just three episodes—turned into seven incredible years (SEVEN?!?!! Whatttt???!) and spanned eight seasons of this iconic show! While I know I may never find another cast and crew as amazing as this one, I intend to carry what I’ve learned from you to every set in the future,” Daniel shared on Instagram.
“To @wolfentertainment & everyone involved in the creation of Darren Ritter, to every writer who recognized me & aligned with my intention & vision for the potential of this character, & to the fans who embraced & celebrated Ritter for every aspect of his humanity (I can’t wait for you all to see what we cooked up this season!) & my community who supported & encouraged me the past seven years: Thank you.”
“To my incredible reps @stewarttalentchicago & @etcandcompanyla & @clairesimoncasting who conspired with me to make the most of this opportunity I have so much gratitude,” Daniel continued. “An especially heartfelt thank you to @mrmayo , @annieilonzeh , #eamonnwalker , @davideigenberg , @hanakogreensmith , @albertorosende , @filmswhore , @jackball10 , & @ohclairice , who have shown up for me with relentless loyalty, compassion, & love throughout my time on this show & now as I move through this enormous transition in my life. Each one of you has become so incredibly important to me, & the care (& patience!) you’ve shown is entirely indispensable. Thank you so much for the gift of your friendship.”
“Chicago Fire changed my life. Bringing Darren Ritter to the screen has transformed & healed me in equal measure. He is a man who embodies empathy, humility, compassion, and unwavering bravery to save lives. His heroism is further fortified by the way he navigates the world—a gay Black firefighter who is proud, fierce, loyal, & whole—a possibility I never got to see onscreen in my childhood but desperately craved…”
“I am so humbled & proud to have portrayed you. I’m thrilled that my inner child would have looked at you each week in awe of everything you represent. You made history. Thank you so much, Darren Ritter. And goodbye.”
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