Aaron Hotchner
Also known as: Hotch
The BAU's stoic unit chief, a former prosecutor and single father who absorbs every tragedy so his team doesn't have to. His rare smiles and immense grief give writers plenty to unpack.
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The most popular Aaron Hotchner ships include Aaron Hotchner/Spencer Reid. These pairings feature prominently in AO3 fanfiction.
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