In the ever-evolving landscape of Chicago Fire, one familiar face might just make a surprise return—and fans of high-stakes arson investigations have every reason to be excited. Showrunner Andrea Newman has confirmed in a recent interview with TVLine that Lieutenant Wendy Seager, played by Andy Allo, is not off the radar. Though her last appearance was in Season 11, the door remains wide open for a potential comeback.

Seager was first introduced in Season 8 as a driven and competent member of the Office of Fire Investigation (OFI). Her early scenes were marked by strong chemistry with Kelly Severide (Taylor Kinney), as she tried to recruit him to help clear a massive backlog of arson cases. While Severide eventually returned to Firehouse 51, his collaborative history with Seager laid the groundwork for one of the show’s more compelling investigative dynamics.

Since then, Wendy Seager has become something of a fan favorite, returning in Season 10 and once again in Season 11. Her appearances are often tied to complex arson cases that require Firehouse 51’s elite experience. Though Season 13 has yet to feature her, Newman’s recent comments suggest it’s not a question of if but when Seager will step back into the fire.

“There’s always a chance we will see Wendy Seager,” Newman said. “We’re a big fan of hers! You never know when the next high-level arson case will bring her around…”

That statement is more than just lip service—it signals a larger willingness to weave past characters back into ongoing narratives. The Chicago Fire universe has always been known for its expansive and interconnected character arcs, and Seager’s skillset, combined with her personal history with Severide, makes her a natural fit for future storylines. It also raises the possibility of more intense, layered investigations that test both the technical abilities and emotional boundaries of the Firehouse 51 crew.

If Seager does return, it’s likely to be under urgent circumstances—a fire with suspicious origins, a pattern of arsons that calls for her forensic expertise, or perhaps even a case that hits close to home. And let’s not forget the Severide angle: with him now facing more personal stakes in Season 14, particularly with the recent baby news involving Stella, a reunion with Seager could add emotional complexity and tension to the mix.

Moreover, Newman’s open-door policy for Seager suggests the same could apply to other long-absent characters. As Chicago Fire continues to grow its mythology, bringing back past faces for impactful moments adds richness to the storytelling and rewards long-time fans.

Whether Wendy returns in Season 14 or later remains to be seen—but her reappearance could bring both explosive new investigations and a fresh spark to Severide’s storyline. For now, fans will have to stay tuned and keep an eye out for the next blaze that requires the OFI’s best.

One thing’s for sure: when Wendy Seager walks back through the doors of Firehouse 51, it won’t be for anything small.