Taylor Kinney: 'Chicago Fire' Firefighter!

Taylor Kinney has snagged a lead role in the NBC firefighter drama pilot Chicago Fire, which will be produced by Dick Wolf.

According to Deadline, the 30-year-old Vampire Diaries alum will play adrenaline-junkie Squad Lieutenant Kelly Severide, the leader of the elite firefighters from the Chicago Fire Department who respond to the most dangerous fires or rescue operations.

Can’t wait to watch!

Just before Valentine’s Day, Taylor and girlfriend Lady Gaga were spotted grabbing lunch together at Soho House in West Hollywood.