As per the reports, Hollywood actress DuShon Monique Brown passed away at the age of 49. The star died a little after 12 p.m. at St James Olympia Field Hospital.

The cause of death is currently unidentified and the coroner has an autopsy scheduled. The executive producer of the show Dick Wolf also mourned Brown's demise.

"The 'Chicago Fire' family is devastated to lose one of its own. Our thoughts and prayers are with DuShon's family and we will all miss her," he said in a statement.

In the famous TV series she The 'Chicago Fire' actor played Connie, the assistant to Chief Boden, on the hit series and was associated with it since its arrival in 2012. 

Monique's manager, Robert Schroeder, also paid homage to Brown.
"We are very sad to announce the untimely death of beloved Chicago actress DuShon Monique Brown. DuShon, most affectionately known to many as Connie on 'Chicago Fire,' died suddenly Friday morning of natural causes. We are devastated by the loss of a very talented and kindhearted soul. DuShon was a film, television, commercial and voice-over actress who also graced the stages of many Chicago theatres.
"She brought laughter and joy to many and will be greatly missed. At this difficult time we ask that the privacy of the family and loved ones be respected," he said.

Brown's other acting credits on TV include shows like "Prison Break", "Boss", "Empire" and "Shameless".