For 9-1-1 fans, the bond between Evan “Buck” Buckley and Eddie Diaz — affectionately known as Buddie — is the emotional heart of Station 118. Now, Oliver Stark and Ryan Guzman are peeling back the curtain on the moments that made viewers fall in love with their slow-burning, deeply layered dynamic.
In a recent behind-the-scenes featurette, the duo looked back on some of Buddie’s most powerful scenes — from the tension-filled rescue missions to the quiet, vulnerable conversations that left fans in tears. One standout moment? The iconic silent beer handoff after Eddie was shot — a gesture that spoke volumes without a single word.
“They’ve always had this unspoken understanding,” Ryan shared. “Sometimes it’s not what Buck says — it’s what he doesn’t have to say.”
Fans have long speculated whether Buddie’s relationship is destined to move beyond friendship, and while neither actor confirmed anything romantic, both acknowledged the deep emotional intimacy their characters share. “There’s love there,” Oliver admitted. “Whatever form that takes, it’s real.”
From flirty banter in the firehouse to Buck stepping up for Christopher, Eddie’s son, the journey of Buddie has been a rollercoaster — one that’s only getting more intense in Season 9.
As the show leans further into the emotional challenges facing both men, viewers are holding their breath. Will Buddie finally get the closure — or evolution — they deserve?
Whatever happens next, fans are already all in. Buddie forever.
