Kara Killmer’s Character Sylvie Brett Gets Married and Exits ‘Chicago Fire’ in Emotional Season Finale
For the past 10 years, Kara Killmer has portrayed the resilient paramedic Sylvie Brett on NBC’s hit show Chicago Fire. Throughout her time on the series, Killmer’s character has faced numerous challenges while saving the lives of traumatized citizens. But just like her on-screen persona, Brett never gave up on the idea of true love.
After a 10-season arc, viewers witnessed Brett and firefighter Lieutenant Matthew Casey, played by Jesse Spencer, transition from close friends to a love story that some would call a fairytale. Despite the ups and downs in their romance, Brett and Matt always found their way back to each other.
And in the emotional season finale of Chicago Fire, that love story reached its culmination as Brett and Casey tied the knot. The episode marked Killmer’s final appearance on the show as her character exited the series.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Killmer shared her thoughts on her 10 seasons working on Chicago Fire, filming the final episode, and what lies ahead for her future.
Reflecting on her time on the show, Killmer humorously addressed a common misconception, stating that she is not related to Val Kilmer. She also revealed that she had a childhood crush on Val Kilmer due to his portrayal of Batman.
As for her character’s departure from the show, Killmer expressed that it felt like a natural conclusion for Sylvie Brett. She highlighted how Brett’s journey began as a jilted bride who moved to Chicago to start fresh after being left at the altar by her high school sweetheart in Fowlerton, Indiana. Killmer expressed her happiness for Brett, as she ends up with the man of her dreams and a ready-made family consisting of Matt’s two adopted sons and Brett’s adopted baby daughter.
When asked if she had any input on how Sylvie would exit the show, Killmer revealed that she did not. However, she expressed her satisfaction with the writers’ decision to have Brett go through the challenges of a long-distance relationship and ultimately find her way back to Casey.
While Killmer’s time on Chicago Fire has come to an end, she left the door open for a potential return in the future. She mentioned that Firehouse 51 always finds itself in trouble and that she would be more than happy to come back and straighten things out if needed.
The final day of filming was a memorable one for Killmer as her last scene involved filming the reception at Molly’s Bar. She described feeling content in her beautiful wedding dress and having enjoyed plenty of wedding cake throughout the day. The director called the final cut, marking the end of Killmer’s journey on the show, and it was a perfect ending surrounded by the cast and crew.
Looking ahead, Killmer shared her excitement about auditioning for new projects and exploring different character roles. While she acknowledged the privilege of working on a Dick Wolf show for 10 years and representing first responders, she expressed her eagerness to try something new.
Despite leaving the show, Killmer emphasized that she will maintain a connection with the Chicago cast and crew. She mentioned FaceTiming with one of the girls from the show and plans to watch the episode together. The bond between the cast members is strong, and they will continue to be a part of each other’s lives.
In conclusion, Killmer expressed her appreciation for being able to tell the stories of first responders through her character Sylvie Brett. She highlighted how firefighters and paramedics exhibit resilience and continue to have faith in humanity despite experiencing loss and trauma. Killmer found it humbling and aspirational to portray Sylvie on the show.
Fans can catch new episodes of Chicago Fire, produced by Universal Television in association with Wolf Entertainment, airing Wednesdays at 9 p.m. on NBC.
