Few moments stand out more in an actor’s career than meeting someone whose influence transcends television and film. For one Chicago P.D. actress, that life-changing encounter came in the form of a meeting with former U.S. President Barack Obama—a moment that not only thrilled fans but also highlighted the cultural impact of NBC’s hit police drama.
Marina Squerciati, who has portrayed Detective Kim Burgess since the show’s debut in 2014, had the opportunity to meet President Obama during his time in office. The actress, known for her candid social media presence, has often described the encounter as surreal, recalling how Obama’s charisma and warmth immediately put her at ease. For fans of Chicago P.D., it was a fascinating convergence of fiction and reality: a television star embodying Chicago law enforcement meeting the real-life leader who once called the city home.
At the time, Obama was not just the nation’s president but also a proud representative of Chicago’s resilience and diversity. His path from community organizer to the White House mirrored the city’s grit—qualities that Chicago P.D. itself often seeks to capture through its storytelling. In this sense, the meeting between Obama and Squerciati felt symbolic, bridging the gap between Chicago’s fictional defenders and its most famous real-life leader.
