Over 9-1-1 season 8’s two-part return, there were many parallels, both narrative and visual, to Buck’s experience losing his girlfriend, Abby (Connie Britton). Buck and Abby began dating in 9-1-1 season 1, with Abby leaving to visit Ireland in the season finale and becoming the first main character to leave 9-1-1. Buck stayed behind at her place and waited for her to return, but his first arc in 9-1-1 season 2 included the 118 trying to make Buck understand that Abby left (both LA and him) for good. Now, Buck is experiencing déjà vu with Eddie’s departure. The most obvious parallel in “Voices” is the shot of Buck in the road after Eddie drives off, eerily similar to how Buck stood outside the airport in season 1 after Abby walked away. Earlier in the episode, the framing of Buck and Eddie in the car searching for Maddie perfectly lines up with a shot of Buck and Abby driving in season 1. Even the facial expressions Oliver Stark uses during the goodbye scene are reminiscent of Buck at the airport losing his first love in 9-1-1, proving Buck views Eddie as more than a friend (at least subconsciously).
How An Unrequited Love Could Ruin Buck’s Immediate Future In 9-1-1
Living In Eddie’s House Will Be Even More Challenging If Buck is heading toward a feelings realization, he won’t be able to hide from it in 9-1-1 season 8. Even with his best friend in Texas, Buck is renting Eddie’s house in 9-1-1 and consequently won’t be able to ignore his complex emotions. Although it’s possible that 9-1-1 introduced this plot to eventually have Eddie return and reciprocate Buck’s feelings, it seems more likely that 9-1-1 is attempting to have its cake and eat it too, by finally addressing “Buddie” without making them a canon couple. Unfortunately, letting Buck break his own heart would be a huge mistake.
The hit show 9-1-1 has always been known for its intense character relationships and emotional depth. However, a recent theory about Evan “Buck” Buckley’s unspoken love for Eddie Diaz is shaking up the fandom. Could Buck’s feelings for Eddie explain the striking similarities between his storyline and his past relationship with Abby Clark? Let’s dive into the details!
Why Fans Believe Buck Has Romantic Feelings for Eddie
1. The Emotional Connection Between Buck & Eddie
Since Eddie’s introduction in 9-1-1 Season 2, his bond with Buck has been one of the most profound relationships in the show. They trust each other with their lives, co-parent Christopher, and have an emotional depth that goes beyond friendship.
2. Buck’s Reaction to Eddie’s Near-Death Experiences
Every time Eddie is in danger, Buck reacts with intense panic and desperation, far beyond what we see with other team members. When Eddie was shot in Season 4, Buck completely broke down—something we never saw him do for anyone else.
3. The Parallels to Buck’s Relationship with Abby
Many fans have noticed that Buck’s behavior towards Eddie mirrors his past relationship with Abby. Abby was someone Buck deeply cared for but was ultimately left heartbroken. The same pattern seems to be emerging with Eddie—except this time, Buck may never even get the chance to express his feelings.
The Abby Parallels in 9-1-1 Season 8
4. Abby Left Buck Waiting—Just Like Eddie’s Unawareness
In Season 1, Abby left Buck behind to find herself, leaving him emotionally stranded. Similarly, Eddie remains unaware (or avoids acknowledging) Buck’s feelings, leaving Buck stuck in an emotional limbo.
5. Buck’s Pattern of Falling for the Unavailable
Buck has a tendency to fall for people who are emotionally or physically unavailable. Abby was older and left to pursue her journey, while Eddie is tied to his past, his son, and his struggles with moving forward romantically.
6. The “What If” Factor
Buck’s unresolved emotions make his dynamic with Eddie incredibly similar to how he used to look at Abby—with longing and unspoken words.
How Season 8 Could Explore Buck’s Unspoken Feelings
7. More Emotional Moments Between Buck & Eddie
If 9-1-1 chooses to explore this theory, we could see even deeper conversations and emotional breakthroughs between Buck and Eddie.
8. A Confession or a Heartbreaking Realization?
Will Buck finally acknowledge his feelings, or will he continue suffering in silence? If history repeats itself, Buck might once again be left heartbroken.
9. The Role of Christopher
Eddie’s son, Christopher, is a major part of their bond. Could Christopher help bring clarity to Buck and Eddie’s relationship in an unexpected way?
What This Theory Means for 9-1-1’s Future
10. A New Layer of Complexity for Buck
If this theory proves true, it would add another layer to Buck’s already complex emotional journey.
11. The Possibility of Buck Moving On
Would acknowledging his feelings help Buck finally find closure and move on from both Eddie and Abby’s ghosts?
12. The Show’s History of Slow-Burn Relationships
9-1-1 has a history of slow-burning relationships. Could we see Buck and Eddie eventually get together, or is this another heartbreaking arc?
Fan Reactions and Speculations
13. The Buzz on Social Media
Twitter, Reddit, and fan forums have been buzzing with theories about Buck’s unrequited love for Eddie. Many fans believe that the writers are deliberately paralleling his relationship with Abby.
14. The Debate on Canon vs. Fan Theories
Some fans argue that Buck and Eddie’s relationship is purely platonic, while others insist there are too many emotional cues to ignore.
15. How the Writers Have Responded
The show’s creators have been tight-lipped about this theory, but subtle hints in interviews suggest they are aware of the fan speculation.
Conclusion
Whether Buck’s feelings for Eddie are romantic or just a deep emotional connection, the parallels between his past with Abby and his present with Eddie are undeniable. As 9-1-1 Season 8 unfolds, fans will be watching closely to see if Buck finally gets the love story he deserves—or if history will repeat itself once again.
