Oliver Stark Opens Up on 9-1-1 Season 9
ABC drama 9-1-1 is entering Season 9 with one of its most shocking storylines yet—the death of Bobby Nash, played by Peter Krause.
In a recent interview with Deadline, Oliver Stark, who portrays firefighter Evan “Buck” Buckley, opened up about the emotional weight this loss will carry into the new season and why Bobby’s presence will continue to be felt even after his departure.
Bobby Nash In 9-1-1 Season 9
Peter Krause’s character, Bobby Nash, has been at the heart of 9-1-1 since its debut. As the captain of Station 118, Bobby wasn’t just a leader he was the moral anchor for the entire team. His sudden death left fans heartbroken, with many taking to social media to express their shock and disappointment.
Plot of 9-1-1 Season 9
Season 9 is expected to be heavily influenced by grief and how each member of Station 118 processes it. Stark highlighted that the portrayal of grief in the show will feel authentic it will not follow a neat or predictable arc.The writers aim to balance the heaviness of Bobby’s death with moments of hope and resilience.
Even without Bobby, the firehouse family remains strong. Season 9 will explore how Buck, Hen, Chimney, and the rest of the crew step into new roles, both personally and professionally. Buck, in particular, will find himself dealing with survivor’s guilt, questioning whether he could have done more to prevent Bobby’s fate.