New Romance for Violet Mikami? Steven Strait Joins ‘Chicago Fire’ as Flynn Calhan
Violet Mikami (Hanako Greensmith) has had a tough romantic year on Chicago Fire. After her fiery chemistry with Sam Carver (Jake Lockett) came to an abrupt end in Season 12, her struggles with heartache have carried over into Season 13. The pair’s electric dynamic left fans wondering if Violet would ever find a love that matched that spark. But in Episode 5, “Down the Rabbit Hole,” Violet’s love life takes a new turn when she meets the charming newcomer Flynn Calhan, played by Steven Strait.
Flynn enters the One Chicago universe with a memorable meet-cute that could be just what Violet needs to move on. Fans may recognize Strait from his past roles in Sky High, Magic City, and The Expanse. Now, he brings his charisma to Chicago Fire as Flynn, a seemingly ordinary guy with a knack for heroics and, as it turns out, some endearing quirks.
The episode starts with Violet preparing to celebrate her birthday with her fellow paramedics and friends at Firehouse 51. As the team gathers at Molly's, everyone is ready to celebrate—except Carver, who leaves early after an argument with his girlfriend over keeping secrets. Violet is visibly troubled by the incident, as she can’t shake her lingering feelings for him. Her partner, Layla Novak (Jocelyn Hudon), advises her to avoid Carver’s drama and focus on her own happiness.
The shift soon takes them to a chaotic scene at the Chicago Riverwalk, where a street vendor has been attacked. There, they meet Flynn, a dashing yet slightly flustered man who witnessed the event and jumped into action. He attempted to help the injured vendor by using his shirt as a makeshift tourniquet. Flynn impresses Violet with his quick thinking, even though he mistakenly refers to the injured area as the "coted artery"—a minor anatomical mix-up that she gently corrects.
Flynn’s courage catches Violet’s attention, and Layla doesn’t hesitate to point out his charm, whispering to Violet, "We're going to debrief later about how hot he was, right?"
Later, as Violet and Layla are leaving the firehouse, Flynn reappears in a sharp suit, eager to reconnect. After exchanging some lighthearted banter, he introduces himself properly. Flynn jokingly admits that he’s been boasting to his coworkers about his “heroic” save—though, as Violet notes, he still has his anatomy a bit mixed up. “Turns out the coted artery is in your neck, not your leg,” Flynn laughs, brushing off his mistake with a grin.
Their playful conversation hints at a potential romantic spark. Flynn, clearly smitten, asks Violet if she could recommend any first-aid classes so he can improve his emergency skills. Violet, catching on to his interest, offers to send him a link to a class she teaches. “And you already know I won’t embarrass you in class,” she jokes.
The exchange ends with Flynn smoothly inviting her out for a drink, making it clear there’s “no maybe about it.” With Violet giving him her number, it seems like Flynn could be the fresh start she’s been hoping for.
As Violet navigates her new romance with Flynn, fans are eagerly watching to see how this relationship develops and if he might be the one to help her finally move on from Carver. Whether Flynn will have staying power or if he’s just another temporary fling, Chicago Fire viewers are in for some fun, flirty scenes between Violet and her new love interest.
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