Best known for playing Kelly Severide in NBC’s Chicago Fire, Mason Lockwood in The Vampire Diaries, and starring in the horror film The Forest.
Films
- The ForestAiden2016
- Rock the KasbahPrivate First Class Barnes2015
- The Other WomanPhil2014
- Zero Dark ThirtySEAL Operator2012
TV shows
- Chicago FireKelly Severide (main role)2012–
- The Vampire DiariesMason Lockwood (recurring)2009–2010
- TraumaGlenn Morrison (7 episodes)2009–2010
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About Taylor Kinney
Taylor Kinney is an American actor and model who rose to fame portraying Lieutenant Kelly Severide on the long-running NBC drama Chicago Fire. He has also appeared in films such as Zero Dark Thirty and The Other Woman, and had a recurring role on The Vampire Diaries. His career spans over a decade, with notable credits in both television and film.
FAQs
What is Taylor Kinney’s most famous role?
His most famous role is Lieutenant Kelly Severide, the charismatic firefighter on NBC’s Chicago Fire, a character he has played since the show premiered in 2012.
Is Taylor Kinney married?
Taylor Kinney was engaged to singer Lady Gaga from 2015 to 2016, but they ended their engagement. As of 2025, he is not publicly known to be married.
How many seasons of Chicago Fire has Taylor Kinney appeared in?
He has been a main cast member in all 13 seasons of Chicago Fire (2012–2025), appearing in every episode as Kelly Severide.
What other TV shows has Taylor Kinney been on?
Notable TV roles include Mason Lockwood on The Vampire Diaries, Glenn Morrison on Trauma, and occasional crossover appearances on Chicago P.D.
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