Voight's Sons: A CPD Headcount (That Doesn't Involve Arrests)
Let's face it, keeping track of Sergeant Hank Voight's family tree on Chicago PD is trickier than following a greased-up perp through a Chicago alley. But fear not, intrepid viewer, because we're here to untangle the Voight brood with a healthy dose of humor (because seriously, the man needs a laugh).
The One and Only... (Well, Maybe)
First up, we have Justin Voight, Hank's biological son. Justin was a recovering addict trying to turn his life around, which in the world of Chicago PD, basically translates to "redshirt material." Sadly, Justin met an untimely demise in season 3, leaving a gaping hole in Hank's already emotionally-constipated heart. R.I.P. Justin, you deserved better.
Hold on, There's More?
Now, for the twist that'll make your head spin faster than a Burgess interrogation: Erin Lindsay. Erin wasn't always a fierce detective by Voight's side. She was a foster kid he took in, basically becoming his adopted daughter. So, while not technically a son, Erin holds a special place in the Voight family dysfunction. Just don't tell Voight you see him as a father figure, that might mess with his whole tough-guy persona.
The Jury's Still Out
There's also the ongoing debate about Voight's relationship with the entire Intelligence Unit. Let's be honest, the way he looks out for them (sometimes by bending the rules a smidge, ahem), feels an awful lot like a paternal bond. Especially Hailey Upton, who seems to be his new "go-to" partner-in-crime (the good kind, we hope).
So, How Many Sons Does Voight Have?
Here's the answer that will leave you both satisfied and slightly confused: It depends on your definition of "son." Officially, Voight has one biological son, gone but not forgotten. Unofficially? Well, that list gets a lot longer, and that's what makes the Voight family so darn interesting. *Just remember, with Voight, loyalty is thicker than blood (and probably coffee). *