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THE FLAMES THAT FIZZLED OUT: A DEEP DIVE INTO THE BEN BASS AND MISSY PEREGRYM ROMANCE RUMORS

2026-05-01 By John Smith 6 min read 1885 views

THE FLAMES THAT FIZZLED OUT: A DEEP DIVE INTO THE BEN BASS AND MISSY PEREGRYM ROMANCE RUMORS

There has been a lot of buzz surrounding the potential romance between actor Ben Bass and his Chicago Fire co-star Missy Peregrym. The two actors have been working together on the hit TV show for years, and their on-screen chemistry is undeniable. However, the question on everyone's mind is: did they ever make a transition to a real-life romance? Did the sparks that flew on set ever set off a real-life relationship? We're diving deep into the rumors and examining the evidence.

The Early Signs

When Ben Bass and Missy Peregrym first started working on Chicago Fire in 2012, they quickly became one of the show's central couples on-screen, playing loft-mates Kelly Severide and Samantha Tay for the Chicago Firehouse 51's rescue squad. At the time, fans of the show couldn't help but notice the undeniable chemistry between the two actors. In an interview with People Magazine in 2015, Ben Bass noted that "the relationship between Kelly and Samantha is one of the most complex and interesting relationships on the show...it's not just a will-they-won't-they situation, it's a 'they've been through hell and back' situation."

Over time, rumors began to circulate that the tension on-screen wasn't just for show. Sources close to the set claimed that Ben and Missy had developed feelings for each other, but the tension between them was not mutual. It's worth noting that Chicago Fire's executive producer, Matt Olmstead, stated in an interview with Entertainment Weekly in 2014 that "Ben and Missy have a great chemistry, but it's not romantic." Despite this, the rumors persisted, with fans of the show shipping the couple known as "Spoilers" (Samantha and Kelly) or more officially, "Bassymy."

The Continuation of Friendship

While the speculation surrounding a romance between Ben and Missy might have been heated, their friendship off the set remained strong. In an interview with E! News in 2017, Missy Peregrym said, "We're really close. We have a very strong friendship." Ben Bass echoed this sentiment in a 2018 interview with People Magazine, stating "Missy and I, we've become just incredibly good friends. We spend a lot of time together, we hang out a lot, and we're very close." Their friendship was not just confined to set either – the two were frequently spotted together at awards shows and events, further fueling the speculation about a potential romance.

Off-Set Spotted

* A 2014 photo of Ben and Missy sharing a laugh at a table for the NATPE (National Association of Television Program Executives) Mikhail Baryshnikov Industry Tribute at the Hotel Bel-Air in LA

* A 2016 sighting of the two having dinner at Lavo restaurant in New York City

* A 2018 attendance at the Emmy Awards together

The Dismissal of Romance

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THE FLAMES THAT FIZZLED OUT: A DEEP DIVE INTO THE BEN BASS AND MISSY PEREGRYM ROMANCE RUMORS

The Early Signs

The Continuation of Friendship

The Dismissal of Romance

As time went on, Ben and Missy began to debunk the romance rumors. In 2019, a source close to the couple told Entertainment Tonight that they were "not dating." It's worth noting that both actors have been happy to play up the "Ship" concept, even if romantically, on social media, with Missy Peregrym once tweeting, "I love him, but not like that." Ben Bass has also played coy about his feelings for Missy, stating in an interview with ET, "We're just friends. But again, that's a great question for another time."

The Reality of Romance Rumors

Despite the surrounding romance rumors, there is no concrete evidence to suggest that Ben and Missy ever engaged in a real-life romance. In fact, it seems that the tension between them on-screen was just that – a result of their on-screen chemistry and not a reflection of real-life feelings.