ProducerDick Wolfsent Deadline an exclusive statement about Walkers change in status, below.
This episode will surely stand out as a favorite to many for various reasons.
For me, I love that all involved made Never Say Goodbye a celebration rather than a tragedy.
Eamonn Walker as Wallace BodenArt Streiber/NBC
And our beloved Boden wont be far away at all.
Now, lets break down the episode Never Say Goodbye.
Later, he tells his team his plans to officially run for Deputy Commissioner.
(l-r) Hanako Greensmith as Violet Mikami, Jocelyn Hudon as Novak, Eamonn Walker as Chief Wallace Boden
The future is also looking promising for Mouch, who revealed tonight his plans to take the lieutenants test.
Theyve all grown so much across the seasons.
Bodens story amps up as the final moments of the episode grow closer.
Hes summoned to Headquarters, where he finds a salty-looking Chief Robinson (Laura Allen) none too pleased.
Talk about the day improving by the minute!
She then congratulates him on becoming the CFDs new DC.
Everyone is happy about his latest success but will also miss having him steer the ship.
Kidd is unsure but she didnt exactly say no either.
And the surprises for Severide didnt end there.
DEADLINE: Andrea, what can you share about the person chosen to take over Bodens duties?
Those are some pretty big shoes to fill.
Theres no replacing Chief Boden, or Eamonn Walker.
What insight can you share about what it was like on set?
He is loved like no other.
Any change in his position onFireis going to be like an earthquake coming through.
The vibe on set for the finale was just, hold onto Eamonn as tight as you could.
Every minute with him is a gift.
We were there a while to get it right, thats how much I respected him.
You always wanted to get it perfect for Eamonn.
His passion knows no bounds, but thats on a personal level too.
DEADLINE: The best way to celebrate Boden is by having Robinson get whats coming to her.
AN:Robinson is a slayer!
But in some legit ways, which makes her even more formidable!
And about female leadership being important in the CFD.
Shes just missing that element of caring about her people, she sees that as coddling.
Whatever happens in her battle with Boden, I dont see her slinking away quietly.
How will things change and how will people be challenged in his absence?
And it will cause a lot of firehouse chaos!
DEADLINE: How are you approaching writing a new season without Boden at the helm?
Is it a new challenge for you to pivot?
So Boden will always have a presence.
DEADLINE: Lastly, fans are really so sad about Bodens change in frequency on the show.
Do you have a message for them?
AN:As we all said to Eamonn, we are not really letting you go, ever.
You will always be stuck with us because we love you too much to say goodbye.
This interview was edited and condensed for length and clarity.
