Is It Time to Say Goodbye to Jay Halstead? Jesse Lee Soffer Explains His Shocking Departure From Chicago P.D.

After nine seasons and 189 episodes as Jay Halstead, Jesse Lee Soffer opens up about his difficult choice to leave Chicago PD, the journey that led to his departure, and his hopes for his character’s legacy. Despite his love for the role, Soffer felt the need to pursue new challenges and even requested the chance to direct on the show before his exit. Let’s watch as he shares the story behind this life-changing decision…