Sergeant Henry Voight, portrayed by Jason Beghe, initially shocked fans as a seemingly corrupt cop in *Chicago Fire*.
However, it was later revealed that his underhanded tactics were part of an intricate undercover mission designed to expose criminals and truly compromised officers. Voight’s backstory is as dramatic as his actions: a widower who has tragically lost his adult son, Hank became a father figure to Erin Lindsay (Sophia Bush). Erin, who worked alongside him for the first four seasons, ultimately took her skills to the FBI in New York.
Jason Beghe’s career is as varied and intriguing as his role as Hank Voight. The New Yorker made his film debut in the 1985 drama *Compromising Positions*. Since then, he has graced the big screen with standout roles in iconic films such as *Thelma & Louise*, *GI Jane*, *X-Men: First Class*, and *The X-Files* movie, where he shared scenes with his close friend David Duchovny.
On television, Beghe has showcased his versatility through guest roles on classics like *Murder, She Wrote*, *Quantum Leap*, *LA Law*, and *NYPD Blue*. He also had a memorable recurring role as a cop in *Melrose Place*. His portrayal of Hank Voight began on *Chicago Fire*, and the character’s complex persona has crossed over into episodes of *Chicago Med* and *Chicago Justice*, cementing Voight as a pivotal figure in the One Chicago universe.
Discover more about the captivating journey of Jason Beghe and his iconic role in *Chicago PD* as we dive into his illustrious career and the compelling character of Hank Voight.