Is Stella Kidd Leaving Firehouse 51 on Chicago Fire?
Stella Kidd is not permanently leaving Firehouse 51, but she is taking some time off. Fans were left with questions after Chicago Fire’s Season 14, Episode 4 (“Mercy”) when Stella, portrayed by Miranda Rae Mayo, told her husband, Severide (Taylor Kinney) that she needed to take a few weeks off. This time away wasn’t because she was quitting the job she loves or stepping away from Firehouse 51 for good it was for a deeply personal and important reason: her foster son, Isaiah’s, mother.
Why Is Stella Kidd Leaving Firehouse 51 on Chicago Fire?
Stella's decision to leave the station is driven by her fierce dedication to Isaiah and his mother, Shawna. After discovering that Shawna, Isaiah’s comatose mother, wasn’t receiving the proper care at St. John's Hospital, Stella and Severide took it upon themselves to find a better facility. Their search led them to a state-of-the-art care center in Cleveland that could offer Shawna the rehabilitation she desperately needed. The only problem? The facility was miles away in another city.
Stella, being the compassionate and nurturing person she is, made the choice to travel to Cleveland to help Shawna get settled in this new care facility. She promised Severide—and Isaiah—that she'd be back before anyone felt her absence. Stella assured Isaiah that she would spend the time needed to ensure his mom received the proper care, and as part of the plan, she would help him settle in with Shawna before returning home. For Stella, family comes first, and Isaiah, who has become a son to her and Severide, is a part of that family now.
Her decision to take a break from her firefighting duties is rooted in her belief that this is exactly what Isaiah and Shawna need right now. Stella has always been someone who leads with her heart, and her devotion to those she cares about, especially her foster son, is evident in every choice she makes.
When Is Stella Kidd Back on Chicago Fire?
While Stella promised Severide that she’d be back before anyone could feel her absence, there's no exact timeline for her return just yet. It’s clear that Stella’s commitment to her family is unwavering, and she’ll return to Firehouse 51 once Isaiah and Shawna’s situation is more stable. For now, it seems like Stella is fully dedicated to helping Isaiah through this tough time, and her break from Firehouse 51 is just a temporary pause, not a permanent departure.
The storyline has allowed Stella to shine in a new light, showing her softer, more vulnerable side, and it’s also opened up space for some growth in her relationship with Isaiah.
Disclaimer:
The information provided in this post is based on the latest episodes of Chicago Fire and may be subject to change as the show progresses. For up-to-date details, always refer to the official show sources or watch the episodes on NBC or Peacock.
