🔥 Trending LaRoyce Hawkins Exits Chicago P.D.: What You Need to Know

LaRoyce Hawkins is an American actor, stand-up comedian, spoken word artist, and musician, widely recognized for his role as Officer Kevin Atwater in NBC's police drama Chicago P.D. ¹²³.

Early Life and Background

Hawkins was born on May 4, 1988 ¹. He was born and raised in Harvey, Illinois, a south Chicago suburb ³⁶. His mother's name is Leah Bradley, and his father's name is Leonard Hawkins ⁴. Beyond his acting career, Hawkins is also known for his commitment to community involvement ⁵.

Career Highlights

Acting Career

LaRoyce Hawkins' most prominent role is Officer Kevin Atwater on Chicago P.D., a character he has portrayed for many seasons ³⁶. He has also appeared in the crossover show Chicago Fire ²⁴. In addition to his work on the "Chicago" franchise, Hawkins has a recurring role in the HBO Max comedy series South Side and was featured in the BET+ film North of the 10 ³.

Other Talents

Beyond acting, Hawkins is a versatile artist. He is an accomplished stand-up comedian, a spoken word artist, and a musician ¹²⁵.

Recent Developments

As of July 2, 2026, LaRoyce Hawkins is reportedly set to depart from Chicago P.D. as a series regular during its 14th season, after 13 seasons with the show ⁸. In 2025, he was also featured in PEOPLE's Sexiest issue, reflecting on a physical transformation from previously being known as "Fatwater" on set ⁷.