Key Takeaways:
- Eddie Diaz, played by Ryan Guzman, will be getting back into the dating scene in Season 9 of 9-1-1
- The actor hints that there is something in the works for Eddie’s love life, but doesn’t want to spoil it
- Eddie’s previous relationships have been marked by a string of romances and a fling with a woman who looked like his late wife
- Fans and the showrunner are hoping Eddie finds love with his best friend Buck, played by Oliver Stark
- Buck’s character has been exploring non-monogamous relationships and is figuring things out as he goes
Introduction to Eddie’s Love Life
Eddie Diaz, played by Ryan Guzman, has been on a roller coaster of romances throughout the first seven seasons of 9-1-1. After a couple of years out of the dating game, it seems like he’ll be getting back into the swing of things in the show’s current ninth season. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Guzman suggests that viewers won’t be waiting long for Eddie to find romance again. The actor expressed his excitement to see Eddie’s love life unfold, stating "I want to see that, too. We have something in the works, so I don’t want to spoil anything, but we got something in the works. … There’s something. We’re sprinkling it in there."
Eddie’s Past Relationships
Eddie’s past relationships have been marked by a string of romances and a fling with a woman who looked just like his late wife, Shannon Diaz, played by Devin Kelly. His marriage to Shannon ended in tragedy when she died in a car accident in Season 2. Guzman has previously expressed his desire for Eddie’s love life to be a little messy, stating "You want him to be happy, but then it kind of takes away from the drama." This suggests that the show is looking to create a complex and intriguing love life for Eddie, one that will keep viewers engaged and invested in his character.
Buck’s Character Evolution
Oliver Stark, who plays Buck, weighed in on his character’s evolution in the same interview. Buck has been exploring non-monogamous relationships, including a recent encounter with a married couple. Stark expressed his appreciation for Buck’s ability to go with the flow and figure things out as he navigates these new relationships. He stated, "I like that he’s, you know, figuring things out. And he’s able to go with the flow, and when he gets himself into various [throuple] situations … it’s not something that he was necessarily seeking but that came to him, and he’s figuring it out as these things come." This suggests that Buck’s character is still evolving and exploring his own desires and boundaries.
The Possibility of Eddie and Buck
Many fans, including the showrunner, are hoping that Eddie will find love with his best friend Buck. However, Stark hedged expectations that Season 9 will be the season that Buck finds love. He stated, "I don’t know about that. I feel like I like the idea of Buck looking for things and ever-evolving, and yeah, we’ll see." This suggests that the show is keeping its options open and may not be ready to commit to a specific romantic storyline for Buck just yet. Despite this, the chemistry between Eddie and Buck is undeniable, and fans will likely continue to ship the two characters.
The Future of 9-1-1
As the show continues into its ninth season, it’s clear that the characters are still evolving and growing. The introduction of new relationships and storylines will likely keep viewers engaged and invested in the show. With Eddie getting back into the dating scene and Buck exploring non-monogamous relationships, there’s plenty to look forward to in the upcoming episodes. The show’s ability to balance action, drama, and romance has made it a fan favorite, and it will be exciting to see how the characters navigate their love lives in the seasons to come. 9-1-1 airs Thursdays at 8/7c on ABC, so be sure to tune in to see what’s in store for Eddie, Buck, and the rest of the team.
