Sad news, fans: After five seasons, — played by actor — is leaving the show. We're sad to see the character go, as he's been one of the most enthusiastic recruits Truck 81's had in years. That said, Gallo's left an impression that will stay with fans long after his exit.
Here's what you need to know about departure:
Rosende opened up about his decision to leave on Instagram. "When I decided to end my time with , it wasn't easy," Rosende wrote, according to
. "The people I've met were truly special, the friendships I've made will last a lifetime, and the story I got to tell was one that made me proud."
He continued, "Can't wait to see what else is in store, and I wish everyone the best in shooting the rest of the season."
As fans know, Rosende plays Blake Gallo, an energetic and sometimes hotheaded young EMT/firefighter whose work ethic gets him quickly promoted. As Rosende , "I think one thing we’ve seen Gallo trying to learn over the course of these three seasons so far is how to take all his unbridled passion and energy and excitement and shape that into being an exceptional firefighter.
We see this mold of someone who’s young and excited. That has the potential."
Gallo often finds himself in flirtations and flings with co-workers, having hooked up with paramedic Gianna Mackey (Adriyan Rae), , and Cara (Halie Robinson), who works with his microbrewery partner, over the course of his time with the team.
As with most of the gang, Gallo crossed over into other shows in the franchise, appearing in one episode of (Season 8, Episode 8: "Everyone's Fighting A Battle You Know Nothing About") and one episode of (Season 7, Episode 4: "Infection Part III").
During his first year at Firehouse 51, it's slowly revealed that Gallo lost his family in a house fire when he was young.
To find out what's next, watch on NBC Wednesdays at 9/8c and next day on .
