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'Chicago P.D.' star LaRoyce Hawkins exits series after 13 seasons
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Key Points:
- LaRoyce Hawkins, who has portrayed Kevin Atwater since "Chicago P.D." premiered in 2014, is leaving the NBC police procedural during its 14th season but will return for the initial episodes to conclude his character's storyline.
- The show is seeking a new series regular described as "a Black cop who is an agent of chaos" to join the cast following Hawkins' departure.
- "Chicago P.D." has experienced several original cast exits recently, including Tracy Spiridakos in 2024 and Jesse Lee Soffer in 2022.
- Fans expressed disappointment and sadness over Hawkins' exit, highlighting his popularity and impact on the show.
- Hawkins reflected positively on his role as Atwater, emphasizing how it has boosted his confidence and allowed him to grow as an actor over the years.
