We know Taylor Kinney as the intense and brooding Lieutenant Kelly Severide on Chicago Fire, effortlessly navigating dangerous infernos and complicated relationships. But behind the scenes, it seems there’s another side to Kinney – one that involves a “habit” so amusing, the entire cast and crew reportedly can’t help but chuckle (and maybe even roll their eyes good-naturedly!).
While we might not have exclusive backstage footage (yet!), let’s imagine the kind of endearing quirk that could elicit such a reaction. Picture this:
The Case of the Unexpected Sound Effects: During intense scenes, just as the director yells “Action!”, Kinney might throw in a completely random, yet strangely fitting, sound effect. Think a perfectly timed bird call as Severide surveys a chaotic scene, or a low-key “vroom vroom” as he expertly maneuvers the Squad truck. It’s not disruptive, just… utterly unexpected and hilariously out of place.
The Master of the Impromptu One-Liner: Between takes, while the crew is setting up, Kinney could be the king of the deadpan, out-of-left-field one-liner that catches everyone off guard. Imagine a serious discussion about the next scene being suddenly interrupted by Kinney casually asking if anyone has seen his pet rock, Barry. The sheer absurdity of it could be enough to break the tension and send everyone into fits of laughter.
The “Severide Shuffle”: Perhaps Kinney has a signature little jig or shuffle he does while waiting for his cue. It’s not a full-blown dance, just a subtle, almost imperceptible movement that’s become his trademark backstage. The crew has learned to recognize the “Severide Shuffle” as a sign that Kinney is ready to go, and it often brings a smile to their faces.
The Accidental Prop Prankster: Maybe Kinney has a habit of “borrowing” props and using them in unexpected ways between scenes. Picture him wearing a firefighter helmet backward while getting a touch-up, or using a Halligan bar to stir his coffee (we hope he cleans it!). These little playful interactions would undoubtedly keep the atmosphere light on set.
Of course, these are just fun possibilities! But the idea that Taylor Kinney has some unique, humorous “habit” that endears him to the Chicago Fire family is definitely entertaining. It reminds us that even the most serious characters are brought to life by actors with their own quirks and senses of humor.
What do you imagine Taylor Kinney’s hilarious behind-the-scenes habit could be? Share your funniest guesses in the comments! We’d love to hear your theories!
