Chicago Fire’s Best Character Is Too Underrated, Fans Claim

Summary:

• Despite being most discussed, Severide, Casey, Brett, and Kidd are not the most beloved Chicago Fire characters.
• Christopher Herrmann is one of the veteran firefighters known for his kindness and compassion for others.
• Many fans agree that Herrmann is the best Chicago Fire character and praise him for his qualities and character.

Chicago Fire is a fairly popular show, much like its “sisters” — Chicago PD and Med — and has a great roster of characters. Few of them are discussed as much as Kelly Severide, Matthew Casey, Sylvie Brett, or Stella Kidd, though, and one could get the impression that these four are the most beloved characters on the show.

But according to fans, this isn’t true: there is another character they love way more.

Who’s the Chicago Fire Fans’ Secret Sweetheart?

As it turns out, the hearts and minds of the Chicago Fire fan base belong to Christopher Herrmann aka…just Herrmann. This genuine veteran firefighter proved to be the one who offers stability and a positive attitude in times of turmoil and, while steering clear from the drama, is always willing to lend a hand to anyone.

Fans praise Herrmann for his wholesomeness, honesty, and resolute belief that everyone in Firehouse 51 is his family — and to family, he’s loyal like no other. At the same time, Herrmann often provides words of wisdom to the younger and less experienced; as he put it himself, it’s his job as a veteran “to teach the young firefighters how to become old ones.”

A proud father and the head of a big happy family (Herrmann and his wife Cindy have five kids!), Herrmann serves as a role model for both his on-screen colleagues and viewers back home, and they all love him for it. Here’s what they say.

What Do Chicago Fire Fans Say About Herrmann?

The Chicago Fire Reddit community recently united in its desire to give Herrmann his due under a post appreciating this calm, professional, but warm-hearted man.

“Herrmann is seriously the best character of the show in my opinion. He's so real, genuine and has a heart of gold. I love how he goes out of his way to take care of anyone he knows from his family, his firehouse family to those he hardly knows <...> I'm so glad they haven't killed him off or the actor hasn't left because honestly, he makes the show for me,” Reddit user B2utyyo wrote.

Other fans agree, pointing out Herrmann’s most compelling qualities. They believe that the veteran firefighter is among the most realistic characters since he “gets mad, makes mistakes, has regrets, and feels truly bad when he does those things,” but at the same time, tries to treat everyone with respect and unconditional kindness.

Some even admit that for them, Herrmann is such an integral part of the show they’d quit watching it if he left.

“With Casey gone and Brett on the way out, Herrmann is my primary reason to continue watching the show. He is easily the most entertaining character in the series. I really hope David Eigenberg sticks around for as long as the show keeps running,” added CanadianDevil1867.

It’s safe to say Chicago Fire fans absolutely love Christopher Herrmann, and let’s be real here: if anyone deserves it, it’s him. Herrmann always shows love and support to others, so it’s only fair that fans love and support Herrmann and his actor in return.