Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
|---|---|
| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 25/09/1978 |
| Age | 48 years |
| Birthplace | The Bronx, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
Latest News about Joe Minoso
21/10/2026
Chicago Fire showrunner Victor Teran said Minoso's farewell would culminate in the series' 300th episode, which airs on 04/11/2026. The episode is designed as a tribute to Cruz, with the showrunner praising Minoso's performance in the final stretch of the character's arc. Teran also hinted that the show is not done telling stories about Cruz.
29/07/2026
Joe Minoso's exit from Chicago Fire was announced, confirming he would leave the NBC drama after 15 seasons. He has played firefighter Joe Cruz since the show's first season, and he will appear in a handful of episodes in Season 15 to wrap up the character's storyline. His departure comes as Da'Vinchi joins the series as a new firefighter.
Do you like Joe Minoso?
You can vote only once.
83% like · 17% dislike
Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Joe Minoso is an American theater and television actor known for playing firefighter Joe Cruz on NBC's Chicago Fire. In July 2026 it was announced that he would exit the series in Season 15 after more than a decade on the show. |
|---|---|
| Early Life | Raised in the Bronx, he became interested in acting after seeing a girlfriend perform in a school play at Lincoln High School. |
| Training | He trained in theater at Adelphi University and Northern Illinois University. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 183 cm |
|---|
Educational Qualification(s)
| Bachelor's Degree | Bachelor of Fine Arts, Adelphi University |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | Master of Fine Arts in Acting, Northern Illinois University |
Personal Life
| Residence | Previously lived on the North Side of Chicago |
|---|
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Caitlin Murphy Miles (married 16/10/2016) |
|---|
Career
| Stage | Worked extensively in Chicago theater, including with Teatro Vista and the Goodman Theatre | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Television |
| ||||||||||||||||
| Film |
|
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He credits Northern Illinois University with launching his acting career. | |
| 2. He was honored with the 2018 Alumni Achievement in the Arts Award by Northern Illinois University. | |
| 3. He made his feature film debut in Man of Steel. | |
| 4. He has also worked as a producer and director on short films, according to his IMDb credits. |
