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If you\u2019ve been following\u00a09-1-1<\/em>, you already know Evan \u201cBuck\u201d Buckley\u2019s love life has been anything but smooth sailing. Between heartbreaks, identity struggles, and emotional growth, Buck\u2019s journey has left fans both frustrated and hopeful. But recently, a\u00a0<\/p>\n Before we dive into the future, let\u2019s take a quick trip down memory lane. Buck, played by the ever-charming Oliver Stark, started as the impulsive, flirtatious firefighter with a habit of falling too fast. But over the seasons, he\u2019s evolved \u2014 emotionally, mentally, and romantically.<\/p>\n His relationships have been filled with ups and downs, from Abby to Taylor, each leaving a mark on his journey of self-discovery.<\/p>\n Buck isn\u2019t just the pretty face of\u00a0Station 118<\/em>. His story is about finding identity, family, and purpose. The show\u2019s writers have masterfully balanced his romantic chaos with deeper personal struggles \u2014 abandonment, trauma, and a quest for belonging.<\/p>\n And let\u2019s be honest \u2014 that\u2019s why we root for him. We don\u2019t just want Buck to find love; we want him to find himself\u00a0through<\/em>\u00a0love.<\/p>\n During a recent interview, a\u00a09-1-1<\/em>\u00a0star dropped an intriguing hint about Buck\u2019s upcoming storyline. Without giving away spoilers, they mentioned that Buck\u2019s \u201cheart will finally find clarity.\u201d<\/p>\n That phrase alone sent social media into a frenzy. What does\u00a0<\/p>\n The fandom has wasted no time speculating. On Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), fans have shared dozens of theories:<\/p>\n Some believe Buck will fall for another first responder.<\/p>\n Others are convinced he\u2019ll have a \u201cfriends-to-lovers\u201d storyline with someone close.<\/p>\n And a few are even shipping Buck with a completely unexpected character.<\/p>\n Whichever direction it goes, one thing is clear \u2014 fans are\u00a0emotionally invested<\/em>.<\/p>\n Abby was Buck\u2019s first real love, teaching him about vulnerability and patience. But her departure left him broken, forcing him to confront his fear of being left behind.<\/p>\n Ali represented Buck\u2019s need for connection, but their relationship burned out quickly.<\/p>\n Taylor and Buck\u2019s relationship seemed promising until it wasn\u2019t. Secrets, lies, and emotional distance caused their downfall \u2014 a lesson in what happens when communication fails.<\/p>\n Showrunner Tim Minear has hinted in past interviews that Buck\u2019s story is far from over. He once teased that \u201cBuck still has a lot of growing to do before finding his person.\u201d<\/p>\n That line alone suggests the show is setting up something meaningful \u2014 not just another fling.<\/p>\n Many fans are hoping that this time, Buck\u2019s love story won\u2019t end in tears. After all, he\u2019s matured emotionally and learned from his past mistakes. Maybe this next relationship will be the one where he finally feels seen and accepted.<\/p>\n Could this mean a long-term partner is finally on the horizon? It\u2019s very possible.<\/p>\n Part of\u00a09-1-1<\/em>\u2019s charm lies in its cast chemistry \u2014 and Buck\u2019s potential matches are plenty. Some fans point to subtle hints between Buck and Eddie Diaz, his close friend and fellow firefighter. Others think a completely new character might bring fresh energy into his world.<\/p>\n Whatever the case,\u00a09-1-1<\/em>\u00a0loves surprises \u2014 and they rarely disappoint.<\/p>\n What makes Buck\u2019s love life so relatable is how real it feels. We\u2019ve all made mistakes, chased the wrong people, and learned hard lessons. Buck\u2019s vulnerability reminds viewers that love isn\u2019t about perfection \u2014 it\u2019s about evolution.<\/p>\n Unlike many TV dramas,\u00a09-1-1<\/em>\u00a0doesn\u2019t shy away from exploring modern relationships \u2014 from same-sex love stories to complex emotional dynamics. If Buck\u2019s next chapter involves exploring new sides of himself romantically, it would fit perfectly into the show\u2019s inclusive, forward-thinking narrative.<\/p>\n Oliver Stark, who plays Buck, has always emphasized the emotional depth of his character. In interviews, he\u2019s shared that Buck\u2019s development is \u201ca continuous journey of self-acceptance and discovery.\u201d<\/p>\n This suggests that love may not just come from romance \u2014 but also from within.<\/p>\n Every time Buck goes through heartbreak, social media lights up. Fans post emotional tributes, memes, and predictions. It\u2019s safe to say that Buck\u2019s journey has touched hearts worldwide \u2014 and the anticipation for his romantic future is sky-high.<\/p>\n Buck\u2019s love life keeps viewers hooked because it mirrors the messiness of real life. He\u2019s passionate, flawed, and endlessly hopeful. His mistakes don\u2019t define him \u2014 they\u00a0<\/p>\n While the show\u2019s creators are tight-lipped about specifics, we can expect new emotional arcs, more personal growth, and maybe \u2014 just maybe \u2014 a love story that sticks.<\/p>\n After years of heartbreak, Buck deserves happiness. His emotional evolution has been one of\u00a09-1-1<\/em>\u2019s most powerful stories, and now it feels like he\u2019s ready for real, lasting love.<\/p>\n Whether that comes in the form of a new relationship or self-acceptance, one thing is certain \u2014 Buck\u2019s future is about to get interesting.<\/p>\n A lot will be different at the 118 when\u00a09-1-1\u00a0returns for season 9.<\/p>\n The biggest difference, of course, will be the absence of fire captain Bobby (Peter Krause), who\u00a0died heroically at the end of season 8\u00a0\u2014 though series star\u00a0Oliver Stark\u00a0acknowledges that the Bobby Nash-size hole was felt a little less on set than it is for the characters on the show…at least at first.<\/p>\n “I think it almost took a little bit of time to sink in, because if you look back to season 7 and season 8, Pete wasn’t really with us for the opening three or four episodes of those,” Stark, who plays firefighter Buck on the ABC drama, tells\u00a0Entertainment Weekly. “He was off on the cruise ship or Gerrard [played by Thompson] was captain. We’re almost used to not seeing Pete with us for a little while when we come back for a new season, so it took a little bit of time for it to sink in that ‘Oh, those relationships away from the camera are as strong as they ever were and ever will be, but this time around he’s not coming back.”<\/p>\n As EW broke exclusively, the fire station will be dedicated in Bobby’s name\u00a0in\u00a0the season 9 premiere\u00a0on Thursday.<\/p>\n “It’s emotional \u2014 for the characters, but also for us,” Stark teases of the dedication ceremony scene. “When I talk about it taking a little bit of time to hit us for real, it’s moments like that that do hammer it home. You know, we’re making big changes here. We’re renaming the firehouse.”<\/p>\n “I think it’s a moment of mixed emotions within the show,” he continues. “You know, there’s obviously sadness, but then I think there’s pride and there’s joy in the sense of him being properly celebrated and remembered.”<\/p>\n Buck will also have mixed emotions about some other changes that occurred during the six months that will have passed for the characters between seasons. That includes Eddie (Ryan Guzman) stepping in to partner with Hen (Aisha Hinds) on the EMT team as Chimney (Kenneth Choi) serves as acting captain for the 118.<\/p>\n “I think Buck’s trying to hold on to things that feel safe and known to him,” Stark explains.<\/p>\n “He’s not struggling, but…having some difficulty adjusting to it,” he adds of his character seeing Eddie and Hen (…Heddie?) grow closer. “It’s not in the most serious way, where he can’t deal with it, but he’s certainly taking note of it and being loud about the fact that things are new and this isn’t what he’s used to.”<\/p>\n So where is Buck to turn for comfort if not Eddie?<\/p>\n Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates, and what to watch with\u00a0our\u00a0EW Dispatch newsletter.<\/strong><\/p>\n Stark teases a “quieter, more intimate” and reflective moment: “a lovely scene with a maybe unexpected character where he really gets to spill his heart a little bit and be a bit more emotional and a bit more vulnerable.”<\/p>\n “It’s not to somebody that we’ve necessarily seen him talk to before,” he adds, “and I just think it’s a nice opportunity for Buck to let go and be more honest because he’s not with somebody who he feels is gonna judge him.”<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" If you\u2019ve been following\u00a09-1-1, you already know Evan \u201cBuck\u201d Buckley\u2019s love life has been anything but smooth sailing. 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