9-1-1 Season 1 Almost Had A Buck-Abby-Bobby Love Triangle: "I'm Glad It Didn't Work Out"

😱 9-1-1 Almost Went There: Buck, Abby & Bobby Were Nearly in a Love Triangle — And Fans Are Glad It Didn’t Happen!

Longtime 9-1-1 fans remember the early days of Buck’s reckless charm, Abby’s quiet strength, and Bobby’s quiet intensity. But what many didn’t know is that Season 1 almost introduced a full-blown love triangle between the trio — and yes, it would’ve been messy.

In a recent behind-the-scenes revelation, one of the show’s producers admitted that there were early conversations about creating romantic tension between Abby (Connie Britton), Buck (Oliver Stark), and Bobby (Peter Krause). At the time, Abby was deeply involved with Buck, while Bobby was starting to show more leadership — and, potentially, romantic interest.

🔥 “We talked about it. There was a version of the script where Bobby and Abby connected in a deeper way,” the insider shared. “But honestly? I’m glad it didn’t work out.”

Fans are probably relieved, too. Buck and Abby’s relationship already divided the fandom — adding Bobby into the mix might’ve completely derailed the early dynamic of Station 118.

💬 Viewers today appreciate how the show pivoted. Instead of a love triangle, Bobby grew into a strong mentor for Buck and eventually found his heart with Athena (Angela Bassett) — a pairing that remains one of 9-1-1’s most beloved couples.

Meanwhile, Buck’s growth took a more individual path, evolving from impulsive ladies’ man to a layered, emotionally driven hero with deep bonds across the team — and maybe something more with Eddie Diaz?