Firehouse 51 has added a fresh face to its ranks as Chicago Fire kicks off its 15th season on NBC. Actor Da’Vinchi has joined the cast as a series regular, taking on the role of Marcus Burke, a probationary firefighter candidate whose arrival is already shaking up the firehouse.
Meet Marcus Burke and the New Season 15 Recruits
The Season 15 premiere, titled “New Blood,” introduced Marcus Burke alongside fellow candidates Jansen (played by Joe Eichorst), Hollis (played by K.C. McNeil), and McCaffrey (played by Matthew Daddario) during the final stretch of their probationary period. While some of the incoming recruits are slated as recurring guest stars, Da’Vinchi stepped directly into a series-regular contract.
Character descriptions portray Burke as roguish, funny, and possessing a dry, slightly defiant sense of humor. That rebellious streak immediately caused friction during the season opener. Burke displayed an irreverent attitude toward Captain Kelly Severide, while the entire recruit group struggled under training officer Stella Kidd. Christopher Herrmann even described their running drill as one of the worst he had ever witnessed.
Where You Have Seen Da’Vinchi Before
Professionally known by his mononym, Da’Vinchi was born Abraham D. Juste. Standing 6 feet 3 inches tall, the Brooklyn-born, Haitian-American actor has built an extensive television and film resume:
- BMF: Starred as Terry “Southwest T” Flenory across all four seasons of the Starz crime drama from 2021 until its conclusion in October 2025.
- All American: Portrayed Darnell Hayes in the hit CW teen sports drama series between 2019 and 2025.
- Grown-ish: Recurred as Cash Mooney in the popular Freeform sitcom spinoff.
- Early Career: Made his professional acting debut in 2018 in Marvel’s Jessica Jones, followed quickly by appearances in Lethal Weapon and The Boys.
- Film Projects: Appeared in Warner Bros.’ The Way Back opposite Ben Affleck, as well as Tyler Perry’s Why Did I Get Married Again? as Marcus Jr.
Chicago Fire marks Da’Vinchi’s second recent firefighter-centered role, as he is also slated to appear in Tyler Perry’s upcoming Netflix drama Where There’s Fire.
Behind the Scenes of Chicago Fire Season 15
The arrival of new firefighter candidates comes during a major transition period for the long-running NBC procedural. Season 15 introduces a new showrunner, Victor Teran, who takes over executive producing duties following Andrea Newman’s departure after 14 seasons.
Produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, Chicago Fire continues to film extensively across the Windy City and at Cinespace Chicago Film Studios. Fans can catch new episodes of Chicago Fire on Wednesdays at 9/8c on NBC, with next-day streaming available on Peacock.
Frequently Asked Questions About Da’Vinchi and Chicago Fire
Who does Da’Vinchi play on Chicago Fire?
Da’Vinchi plays Marcus Burke, a roguish, funny, and slightly defiant firefighter candidate who joins Firehouse 51 for Season 15.
Is Da’Vinchi a series regular on Chicago Fire?
Yes, unlike some of the other incoming rookie candidates who appear in recurring capacities, Da’Vinchi joined the Season 15 cast as a series regular.
What other shows has Da’Vinchi starred in?
Da’Vinchi is best known for starring as Terry “Southwest T” Flenory in the Starz crime drama series BMF and as Darnell Hayes in The CW’s All American. He has also appeared in Grown-ish, Jessica Jones, and The Boys.
When does Chicago Fire Season 15 air?
Season 15 premiered on October 7, 2026. New episodes air on Wednesdays at 9 p.m. ET on NBC and stream the next day on Peacock.
What is Da’Vinchi’s background?
Da’Vinchi was born Abraham D. Juste. He is of Haitian descent, grew up in Brooklyn, New York, and is active in music, spoken word, and acting.
