Ryan Guzman Spills the Beans: 9-1-1’s Shocking Season 8 Death Reveal!

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911 star Ryan Guzman foresaw a significant demise in season 8, though he made an exception to his prediction. Filming for the upcoming season 9 is set to commence within approximately a month, yet the ongoing series continues to grapple with the loss of Captain Bobby Nash (Peter Krause).

For the first time, the show has chosen to eliminate a significant character, even though the 118 has faced numerous perils in the past. This might be why Eddie Diaz actor Guzman didn’t express complete shock when he found out about an event that could drastically alter the storyline. Instead, he was slightly off-target with his expectations.

During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Guzman shared his initial belief that Eddie would perish. However, in the excerpt below, he discusses preparing for the inevitable sad news, only to discover that Bobby is the one who will meet an untimely end.

You thought it was actually going to be Eddie who died.

Guzman: Yes.

So on the phone call, were you just—was it like white-knuckle?

Guzman: “Okay… here it comes. Okay, I know it’s coming. It’s gonna be—wait, who?’”

What This Reveals About 9-1-1

Eddie’s Had A Rough Go Of It

Guzman adopts a lighthearted tone when addressing the question. However, season 8 took an unusual turn for Eddie. Following his move to Texas to spend more time with his son Christopher (played by Gavin McHugh), Eddie noticeably had less screen time. This led some fans to speculate that Guzman might be next to leave after Bobby, but these assumptions have proven unfounded.

The Main 9-11 Cast Members
Actor Who They Play
Angela Bassett Athena Grant
Peter Krause Bobby Nash
Oliver Stark Evan “Buck” Buckley
Aisha Hinds Henrietta “Hen” Wilson
Kenneth Choi Howard “Chimney” Han
Jennifer Love Hewitt Maddie Buckley
Ryan Guzman Eddie Diaz
Gavin McHugh Christopher Diaz

Because 9-1-1 has consistently placed its characters at the heart of the action, Guzman’s temporary absence during a few episodes was quite noticeable. It was also somewhat disappointing due to the incomplete resolution of the storyline, leaving room for improvement.

Eddie frequently emphasizes the importance of being near his son. However, a poignant speech from Howard (Kenneth Choi) in the finale of season 8 of 9-1-1 was enough to alter Eddie’s decision. In any case, Eddie will rejoin the team at the 118, and Guzman is expected on set when filming resumes in approximately a month.

Our Take On Guzman’s Comments

Eddie Needs A Refresh

Eddie appeared in several episodes during season 8, but it seemed like his mind wasn’t completely with the show. Unfortunately, we didn’t see much depth or response from him regarding key moments, such as Bobby’s passing. He was largely absent for a significant two-part episode.

In the upcoming season, I believe it’s an opportunity for us all to regroup and refocus our efforts. Following the less than favorable outcome involving Bobby, showrunner and co-creator Tim Minear could significantly benefit from shining a brighter light on a beloved character who has been central to the series – Eddie. I firmly propose that Eddie should be at the forefront in season 9 of 9-1-1, and there are still many intriguing paths to traverse with his storyline.

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2025-07-04 19:51