Already Obsessed with Chicago P.D.? You’re About to Love It Even More
If Chicago P.D. already has a grip on your heart, get ready to fall even harder. Behind the high-stakes drama and gritty investigations lies a cast full of personality, passion, and surprising stories. From hidden talents to off-screen friendships, the stars of NBC’s hit show are just as compelling off-camera as they are on it.
Here are 50 fascinating facts about the Chicago P.D. cast that fans won’t want to miss:
- Jason Beghe (Hank Voight) has his trademark gravelly voice due to a 1999 car accident that damaged his vocal cords.
- He was best friends with David Duchovny—and actually convinced him to pursue acting.
- Marina Squerciati (Kim Burgess) is not only a Yale graduate but also a trained ballerina.
- She secretly welcomed her second child in 2024, revealing the news only after the birth.
- LaRoyce Hawkins (Kevin Atwater) is also a stand-up comedian and spoken-word poet.
- In high school, he was a state champion speech competitor.
- Patrick John Flueger (Adam Ruzek) came close to landing the role of Captain America before Chris Evans.
- He plays guitar and often jams with the cast between takes.
- Tracy Spiridakos (Hailey Upton) speaks fluent Greek and spent part of her childhood in Greece.
- She’s an animal lover who regularly volunteers at rescue shelters.
- Amy Morton (Trudy Platt) is a Tony-nominated Broadway icon who transitioned into TV stardom.
- She’s also directed multiple episodes of Chicago P.D.
- Jason Beghe and LaRoyce Hawkins have an ongoing ping-pong rivalry on set.
- Marina is close friends with Chicago Med alum Torrey DeVitto.
- The cast loves celebrating birthdays—with elaborate pranks as the go-to tradition.
- LaRoyce once wrote a poem about Chicago that went viral in the fan community.
- Patrick had a recurring role in The 4400 before joining P.D.
- The cast often shadows real-life police officers to stay grounded in their roles.
- Marina’s godfather is legendary actor Rod Steiger.
- Tracy is known for her playful pranks—especially hiding behind doors to scare people.
- Most of the cast performs their own stunts—unless the network steps in.
- Amy Morton stays off social media to keep her personal life private.
- Hawkins regularly gives motivational talks at schools and youth centers in Chicago.
- The entire cast once sang Backstreet Boys in full uniform during a karaoke night.
- Jason Beghe is so intensely focused on set, he’s nicknamed “the bulldog.”
- Patrick has a fun tradition of gifting crew members quirky mugs every season wrap.
- Tracy and Patrick share a secret handshake before emotional scenes.
- They’re all obsessed with Chicago’s food scene—especially deep dish pizza nights.
- LaRoyce has a tattoo of Chicago’s skyline in honor of his hometown and the show.
- Marina is hooked on true crime podcasts.
- Amy Morton gives her character Trudy Platt intricate backstories for every scene.
- The cast often pitches storylines inspired by real news events.
- Tracy’s dog, Nala, is practically the unofficial set mascot.
- LaRoyce used to rap under the name “Royce the Choice.”
- Patrick is colorblind and memorizes costumes by texture and patterns.
- Amy once played Kevin Bacon’s sister in Footloose.
- Tracy bakes cupcakes for the crew on holidays.
- Patrick and Jason once got lost during a location shoot and ended up at a real police station.
- LaRoyce used his first paycheck from the show to buy his grandmother a car.
- Their on-set police advisor makes them do pushups for each protocol mistake.
- Tracy is a skilled archer.
- Marina writes comedy sketches in her spare time.
- The cast once surprised a real Chicago firehouse with a pop-up visit to thank first responders.
- Jason prefers doing his own physical fight scenes whenever possible.
- Patrick’s dad, a retired principal, often visits the set.
- LaRoyce hosts weekly game nights with crew and background actors.
- Amy brews her own kombucha and brings it to set.
- Tracy is learning sign language to better connect with fans.
- Patrick is an ordained minister—he even officiated a crew member’s wedding.
- Despite the heavy drama on screen, Chicago P.D. is known as one of the happiest sets in the One Chicago universe.
Whether you’re a longtime fan or just getting started, one thing’s for sure: behind the sirens and storylines is a cast that’s deeply connected, endlessly talented, and totally devoted to the city—and the show—they call home.
