From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After: Ranking Every One Chicago Wedding

The One Chicago universe thrives on firehouse rescues, hospital emergencies, and police investigations. But away from the chaos, it’s also given fans some of the most emotional weddings on television. From canceled ceremonies to long-awaited “I do’s,” these milestones capture love, heartbreak, and resilience. Here’s a ranking of every major wedding—and almost wedding—from Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., and Chicago Med.


10. Adam Ruzek & Kim Burgess – The “Almost” Wedding

Burgess and Ruzek’s first engagement never made it to vows. In Season 2 of Chicago P.D., clashing priorities and Ruzek’s immaturity derailed their ceremony. Painful as it was, the canceled wedding highlighted their struggles as both partners and officers. It became a reminder that sometimes timing is everything.


9. April Sexton & Ethan Choi – The “Almost” Wedding

April and Ethan’s big day collapsed under family tragedy. When April’s brother Noah was arrested on the morning of her wedding, she chose family over the aisle. The heartbreaking decision left Ethan alone, but it showed how their lives could never escape real-world complications.

Chicago Fire,' 'PD' and 'Med' Weddings, Ranked From Worst to Best


8. Stella Kidd & Kelly Severide – Duty Before Love

The couple’s first attempt nearly failed when Severide was pulled into a fiery rescue moments before saying his vows. The chaos of Chicago Fire defined their world—duty came first, even on their wedding day. Though they eventually married, this near-miss added unforgettable tension.


7. Dr. Will Halstead & Dr. Natalie Manning – Interrupted by Tragedy

The Chicago Med couple finally found their way back to each other. But their ceremony was halted when Will’s ex-fiancée—also a mob witness—was killed. The tragedy underscored how their professional lives constantly clashed with personal happiness. It was a painful turning point for their romance.


6. Ethan Choi & April Sexton – A Second Chance

After heartbreak, Ethan and April finally exchanged vows in a quiet, emotional ceremony. Their wedding served as closure for fans and a reward after years of turbulence. Leaving the show together made the moment even more meaningful—a true happy ending.


5. Stella Kidd & Kelly Severide – A Love Anchored at Sea

After their chaotic first attempt, Stella and Severide finally tied the knot on a boat. With Matthew Casey officiating, the intimate ceremony delivered romance without explosions or rescues. Their heartfelt vows were proof that love can survive even the most high-stakes world.


4. Jay Halstead & Hailey Upton – The Surprise Wedding

Jay and Hailey skipped the fanfare and eloped. The quiet wedding reflected who they were as a couple—private, protective, and deeply connected. While some fans missed a grand celebration, their intimate vows felt true to their story.


3. Sylvie Brett & Matthew Casey – A Reunion Years in the Making

Brett and Casey’s romance took years of friendship and separation before finally blossoming into marriage. Their wedding was heartfelt, emotional, and long-awaited. Fans celebrated not just their vows, but the slow-burn payoff of one of the franchise’s most cherished relationships.


2. Matthew Casey & Gabriela Dawson – Bittersweet Vows

Casey and Dawson’s elopement was intimate and authentic, capturing the depth of their connection. But Dawson’s eventual departure from the series turned their wedding into a bittersweet memory. For many fans, it remains one of the most powerful emotional moments in Chicago Fire.


1. Kim Burgess & Adam Ruzek – The Wedding That Meant Everything

After years of heartbreak and growth, Burgess and Ruzek finally said “I do.” Their small, emotional wedding wasn’t flashy, but it felt earned. This ceremony gave closure to one of the most complex romances in One Chicago. It wasn’t just a wedding—it was proof that love can endure even after a decade of struggles.


Why These Weddings Matter

Each One Chicago wedding told a story beyond the vows. Some ended in heartbreak, others in joy, but all revealed the humanity behind the heroes. From rescues interrupted to surprise elopements, the franchise proved that love—like their jobs—is always unpredictable.

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