Jake Lockett is saying goodbye to Chicago Fire.
Earlier this month, it was announced that the 40-year-old actor, who plays firefighter Sam Carver, will be leaving the NBC drama series at the end of season 13.
In a new Instagram post shared on Monday (April 28), Jake broke his silence on his exit.
Keep reading to find out more…“While I don’t exactly know what the future looks like, I do know that it won’t be exactly what it was and I am going to miss the hell out of that. So much pride in this journey,” Jake wrote along with a compilation video of footage with his co-stars on set.
“It’s been an honor bringing Sam to life and to every one of you, thank you for the love and support over the past three years,” Jake continued. “And most importantly, the people that I was on the ground with day and night… thank you for the family you are and times you have been and will be there for me. If you’re not in one of these clips, there will be more to follow. So many cherished memories.”
Jake first joined Chicago Fire in season 11 in a recurring role. He got bumped up to series regular status for season 13.
The exit is reportedly due to budget cuts, which could also lead to the NBC show getting fewer episodes for season 14.
Jake isn’t the only cast member leaving Chicago Fire at the end of the season.
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