Oliver Stark reveals Station 118 won’t get a new captain this 9-1-1 season following Bobby’s shocking sacrifice
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The Waiting Game
Whoa, 9-1-1 fans! Turns out we won’t be getting our new Station 118 captain anytime soon.
Oliver Stark just spilled the tea that Bobby Nash’s chair will remain empty when season 8 wraps up.
The shocking death of Peter Krause’s beloved character left a massive hole in the firehouse, and apparently, the show’s giving everyone proper time to grieve. Smart move if you ask me!
Buck’s Captain Pick
So who does Buck think should take over? When asked about potential replacements, Stark immediately joked “Ravi” before quickly shutting down his own suggestion with a laugh.
Instead, he’s putting his money on the veterans – either Chimney or Hen.
Can’t argue with his logic there! “Chimney would be the next choice, experience wise, skill wise, leadership ability wise,” he explained at Disney’s Upfront event.
Bobby’s Ultimate Sacrifice
Remember that gut-wrenching April episode? Bobby literally gave his life to save Chimney by using the last antidote for that terrifying Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever.
Talk about a hero’s exit! Krause later explained his character was “built for this” kind of sacrifice.
The way Bobby’s story ended truly honors the real-life first responders who risk everything for others.
Athena’s Heartbreak
Poor Angela Bassett is still processing the loss of her on-screen husband! At the Met Gala, she confessed she’s “in mourning” over Bobby’s departure.
Her raw admission that “it wasn’t my choice” has fans wondering what really happened behind the scenes.
Her Instagram tribute to Krause was equally heartbreaking, calling him her “dear friend” after eight incredible seasons together.
What Comes Next?
With the captain’s chair intentionally left vacant, season 9 is shaping up to be a major reset for the 118 crew.
Stark thinks this breathing room is exactly what the show needs – “let the dust settle and let the chips land.”
The grieving process won’t be rushed, which feels respectful to both the characters and viewers who are still processing Bobby’s heroic end.
Sometimes the most powerful statement is an empty chair.