Captain Bobby Nash was the heart and soul of 9-1-1 along with Athena Grant. He was killed off in the two parter that finished last night. :mad: In a TVLine article, showrunner Tim Minear said this needed to happen. No it didn't, you bloody moron! I will finish the three episodes left this season but don't know if I will stick around for season 9. The ratings will really plummet now, numerous angry comments on the TVLine article. And I was going to watch the 9-1-1: Nashville spin-off. Not anymore, definitely not adding another Tim Minear show after how horribly he treated the main character here. Might be different if Peter Krause had requested to leave, but he didn't.

9-1-1 boss defends shocking death: "It was time for there to be some real tragic fallout from a story." (https://toofab.com/2025/04/18/911-bobby-peter-krause-death-reactions/#:~:text=So%20it%20was%20time%20for,the%20cast%20one%20by%20one.)

So it was time for there to be some real tragic fallout from a story (https://www.reddit.com/r/911FOX/comments/1k1skhn/911_s08e15_lab_rats_post_episode_discussion/)." Minear also said the rest of the cast was "shocked" by (https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/152913-s08e15-lab-rats/) the decision (https://www.lipstickalley.com/threads/9-1-1-season-8-thread.5728972/page-111), explaining he let them know one by one after he cleared Bobby's death (https://www.datalounge.com/thread/35469558-bobby-nash-is-dead-to-me!) with Krause, the network and studio. "I had to start calling the cast one by one.

5 Reasons Why Bobby's 9-1-1 Death Is So Divisive (https://screenrant.com/why-bobbys-death-in-911-is-so-divisive-reasons-list/)

9-1-1 (https://screenrant.com/db/tv-show/9-1-1/) suffered a major loss with the sudden death of firefighter Captain Bobby Nash, leaving castmates and viewers feeling divisive over his demise.

A sign Jeopardy! tapes several weeks in advance: A clue tonight was about Casey from Sports Night now on this ABC drama.

A 9-1-1 Fan Came Up With The Perfect Analogy For The Worst Decision Of Season 8 (After Bobby's Death) (https://screenrant.com/911-season-8-tommy-there-not-eddie-worst-decision-fan-hunger-games-analogy/)

A fan of 9-1-1 has the perfect analogy for season 8’s worst decision, which connects to Bobby’s death, and it links up with The Hunger Games.

This 9-1-1 Episode Proves That The 118 Will Be Just Fine After The Death Of Bobby Nash (https://screenrant.com/911-season-2-episode-12-proves-118-will-be-fine-after-bobbys-death/)

Although many are skeptical about Chimney being the new captain of the 118, one episode provides that he has always been the right choice.

I Hated Bobby's Death in 9-1-1, But Angela Bassett Has Given Me the Perfect Season 9 Theory (& It Could Fix Everything) (https://www.cbr.com/911-bobby-death-angela-bassett-season-9-theory-fix-everything/)

It's no secret that 9-1-1 (https://www.cbr.com/tag/9-1-1/) fans aren't pleased with Bobby's death, and many are reacting by clinging to some intriguing theories.

9-1-1 : Properly Moving On From Bobby's Death Requires 1 Missing Character's Return In Season 9 (https://screenrant.com/911-season-8-frank-return-need-to-move-on-from-bobbys-death/)

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Buck’s Best Tribute To Bobby In 9-1-1 Is Even Better Than Being Captain In Season 9 (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-buck-taking-over-being-head-chef-duties-from-bobby-better-tribute/)

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The 118 needs a new captain in 9-1-1 (https://screenrant.com/db/tv-show/9-1-1/) season 9, and while Buck has been Bobby’s protégé, he isn’t ready for the responsibility just yet.

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9-1-1's Best Way To Deal With The Backlash From Bobby's Death Has 1 Devastating Consequence In Season 9 (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-time-jump-best-way-to-deal-with-bobbys-death-backlash-1-consequence/)

The death of Bobby Nash has changed 9-1-1 forever, but the first-responder drama has two possible routes to take to end the storyline in season 9.

Bobby Is Irreplaceable In 9-1-1: 7 Moments Chimney Can't Compete With (https://screenrant.com/911-moments-proving-that-bobby-cant-be-replaced/)

Bobby Nash has always been a vital member of station 118, but I'm not convinced 9-1-1 (https://screenrant.com/db/tv-show/9-1-1/) will ever be able to replace such an important character.

Bobby's Death Is Sad, But It Wasn't 9-1-1 Season 8 Most Heartbreaking Episode (& I Know You Missed It) (https://screenrant.com/911-season-8-bobbys-death-not-the-saddest/)

The death of Bobby Nash has irreversibly changed 9-1-1, and one other season 8 episode is just as heartbreaking (but hiding in plain sight).

9-1-1 Continues To Disrespect Bobby Post-Mortem With Athena's Season 9 Story (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-disrespects-bobby-with-athenas-story/)

9-1-1 has never been regarded as particularly tactful, but the season 9 aftermath of Bobby Nash's tragic death will get worse before it gets better.

9-1-1 Season 9 Solves The Biggest Problem With Athena's Divisive Bobby Burial (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-bobby-minnesota-burial-solved-118-memorial/)

One of the most controversial aspects of Bobby Nash's passing in 9-1-1 season 8 was his final resting place— but season 9 will immediately rectify it.

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9-1-1 upset millions by killing off Peter Krause's Bobby Nash, but most fans would accept even the most absurd storylines to get him back in season 9.

ABC Is Only Making Bobby's Death Worse With 9-1-1 Season 9's Case (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-case-makes-bobbys-death-backlash-worse/)

9-1-1 season 8 made an irreparable mistake when it killed off Peter Krause's beloved captain Bobby Nash, but season 9 will only add insult to injury.

9-1-1 Season 9 Is Right Not To Become A "Season Of Perpetual Mourning" For Bobby (https://screenrant.com/9-1-1-season-9-should-not-be-perpetual-mourning-for-bobby-nash/)

Plenty of 9-1-1 fans are still heartbroken over Bobby Nash's death, but the greatest dishonor to his memory would be season 9 staying hung up on him.

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Buck and Eddie's highly-contentious relationship has been a rollercoaster for 9-1-1 fans, but Bobby's untimely death risks ruining the slow-burn duo.

I sure wish they had killed off that annoying imbecile of a brat Buck instead of Bobby.

9-1-1 S9 Review: I'm Oddly Excited For 118's Future Post-Bobby's Death (https://screenrant.com/9-1-1-season-9-episode-1-review/)

There were concerns about 9-1-1's future after Bobby's death, but the season 9 premiere proves that it still has a lot of good stories to tell.

9-1-1 Season 9 Paves The Way For Athena's Perfect Exit After Bobby’s Death (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-sets-up-athenas-perfect-exit-after-bobbys-death/)

After a harrowing year, Athena is forced to move forward after the loss of Bobby, but 9-1-1 season 9 argues that it's time for her to exit the series.

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Losing Peter Krause will irreversibly change 9-1-1's future, but there are many iconic moments that will never be the same knowing Bobby Nash is gone.

‘9-1-1’ Needs To Make This Character Bobby’s Official Replacement Already (https://collider.com/9-1-1-season-9-bobby-replacement-chimney-new-captain/)

Why is the show so reluctant to make it official?

9-1-1 Season 9 Paves The Way For Athena's Perfect Exit After Bobby’s Death (https://screenrant.com/911-season-9-sets-up-athenas-perfect-exit-after-bobbys-death/)

After a harrowing year, Athena is forced to move forward after the loss of Bobby, but 9-1-1 season 9 argues that it's time for her to exit the series.:rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes:

I am still watching for now, but if a bonehead move like getting rid of Athena is made that could get me to drop.

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9-1-1 may have unnecessarily killed off Bobby Nash, but after a difficult death, the show is now leaning too heavily on this unpleasant crutch.

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After watching the first couple of episodes of 9-1-1 season 9, it’s more evident than ever that Bobby Nash’s death was a complete waste.

ABC Is Finally Making Amends For Killing Bobby In 9-1-1 Season 9 (https://screenrant.com/abc-finally-making-amends-for-killing-bobby-in-9-1-1-season-9-explainer/)

6 months after Peter Krause's shocking exit from the police procedural, ABC is now making amends for killing Bobby Nash in 9-1-1 season 9.

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Amid the chaos of Hen and Athena's attempt to come back home from space, ABC finds a way to bluntly address Bobby's true fate in 9-1-1.

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They're supposed to be best friends!

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After everything, it's time for this show to focus on this character.

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Nearly a year after Bobby's unexpected death, ABC officially chooses 9-1-1's replacement character, and no, it isn't Chimney despite his new 118 role.

9-1-1 Creator Finally Admits The Real Reason Bobby Was Killed Off (https://screenrant.com/911-bobby-death-real-reason-tim-minear-response/)

In candid new remarks, 9-1-1 co-creator and showrunner Tim Minear finally opens up about the shocking decision to kill off Bobby Nash in season 8.

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Nearly a year after Bobby's shocking death, ABC is finally fulfilling the character's last prophecy in an interesting manner in 9-1-1 season 9.

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As the 118 continues to move forward after their tragedy, an unexpected update about Bobby Nash in 9-1-1 season 9 has diabolical timing.

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It has been a year since Bobby's death in 9-1-1, but ABC pulls back fans from moving on after dropping the biggest clue about his true fate.

Peter Krause Breaks Silence After Controversial 9-1-1 Exit For TV Comeback (https://screenrant.com/peter-krause-line-of-fire-explain-tv-comeback/)

More than a year after Bobby Nash's controversial death that truly rocked Ryan Murphy's 9-1-1, Peter Krause is gearing up for his TV comeback.