## A Fitting Tribute: Taylor Kinney Honors Late Co-Star, Treat Williams
### "The Unforgettable Journey of Benny on Chicago Fire"
Taylor Kinney, well-known for his eerie 2023 absence in the public narrative, has broken his self-imposed silence. To pay a tribute to his departed co-star Treat Williams from "Chicago Fire," Kinney chose to share his thoughts with the public.

Williams, a star of numerous classic films like 'Prince of the City' from 1981, unfortunately met a tragic end on Monday in a motorcycle accident.

For most fans and followers of the One Chicago series, Williams will eternally hold the marker of Benny Severide. Revered, yet often seen grappled with complexities, Benny was the pseudonym donned by Williams in the series, in the capacity of Kinney's character's father.

### "Taylor Kinney Extolls Late Co-star's Humor and Energy"
Williams portrayed a significant role in the limelight, with his inclusion in 16 episodes of "Chicago Fire" which aired between 2013 and 2018. His character, Benny Severide, was a former captain associated with the Office of Fire Investigations, and a close friend of Wallace Boden. The duo collaborated professionally over the years, with Benny's magnet for trouble frequently creating rifts with Boden, who led a more disciplined life.

Kinney conferred heady praises on Williams for infusing their shared scenes with a captivating energy and humorous tones. Reflecting on Williams' cherished memory, Kinney elaborated on the actor's role as a father figure for the entire cast, providing a familial support system on the set.

### "Benny's Legacy Continues in Chicago Fire"

Throughout his tenure on the show, Benny’s intricate dealings formed the locus for several strained moments between him and his son, Kelly. Despite the father and son duo sharing commonalities in their interests and abilities, their relationship was often marred by disagreements. Quite poignant is the fact that Kelly is attending an arson investigation program out of his home state, essentially following in his father's footprints.

Although Benny's presence on the show is a thing of the past, his character's influence continues to pervade Kelly's life. The Season 9 episode titled "Funny What Things Remind Us" features Kelly and Boden reminiscing about Benny, with Kelly admitting that his father's memory is very much alive in his thoughts even two years after his disappearance. Williams' character lives on, and the roles he breathed life into will forever resonate in the hearts of the One Chicago fandom.