Plenty of TV and movie characters have been shipped by fans over the years and, as of late, I'd argue that few are as romantically linked by viewers as Buck and Eddie from 9-1-1. Fans' hopes have only been increasing as the ninth season of the first-responder drama airs amid the 2026 TV schedule. Devotees have been wanting the two to get together since Eddie was introduced in the second season, but the show’s boss shared an honest take on the relationship. And the comments may be disappointing to some people.
“Buddie” is arguably one of the most popular ships in current TV, and with 9-1-1 nine seasons in, it’s hard to tell if it will ever actually happen. Buck actor Oliver Stark recently weighed in on the relationship, saying that he doesn’t know what will happen, but is happy to go wherever the story goes, even if it is in that direction. Unfortunately, the comments showrunner Tim Minear recently shared with The Washington Post suggest a romance may not necessarily be in the cards:
