“Had a blast repping a rival firehouse with these good people,” wrote McIntyre next to his Instagram announcement
has found a new block in town!
PEOPLE can confirm that the member, 51, will be jumping into a firefighter uniform to appear in of . Eager fans won’t have to wait too long to see him suited up as his guest appearance is scheduled to air during the Wednesday, May 15 episode.
In the upcoming episode, McIntyre plays Lorenzo, a firefighter at a competing station who shows a fun, competitive spirit with Tony (Tony Ferraris) and Capp (Randy Flagler) when they try to break a firetruck “fastest rescue squad pull” record.
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McIntyre first announced the news on Instagram on Monday, May 13, writing, “Surprise! Had a blast repping a rival firehouse with these good people on fans: tune in to see me in the role of “Lorenzo” on this Wednesday at 9/8c on !”
The post included various photos of McIntyre on set and with members of the cast. His New Kids on the Block bandmate celebrated the news by commenting, “Let’s go! 🔥”
Fans shared just as much excitement, with one commenting, “I’m so excited for this! One of my favorite shows ❤️.” Another wrote, “I’ve been waiting for this announcement! Can’t wait to watch the episode! 🔥”
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This season of Chicago Fire, which , has a star-studded cast, including , Hanako Greensmith, Miranda Rae Mayo, David Eigenberg, Joe Minoso, and Eamonn Walker.
reported earlier this month that Walker as Wallace Boden after season 12 but is expected to reprise it in a recurring capacity in future seasons.
McIntyre will be keeping busy following his appearance on the show as the New Kids on the Block’s upcoming album, Still Kids, will be released on Friday, May 17.
It marks the first album from McIntyre, Wahlberg, , , and Danny Wood .
“It says a lot about any band to make a record that has energy and passion and lightness and fun and depth – after almost 40 years together? It’s crazy,” said McIntyre in a press release statement.
The album is described as being full of “pop anthems, dance tracks, love songs, and grooves” and will be performed by the band live on that .
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