9-1-1 Season 8 Update: 9-1-1 Season 8: Kenneth Choi aka Chimney Shares Eddie’s New Change in Upcoming Chapter

As the highly anticipated return of 9-1-1 approaches, fans are excited about a surprising new development for one of the main characters, Eddie Diaz, played by Ryan Guzman. Season 8 is set to introduce a noticeable change for Eddie, piquing curiosity and excitement among the show’s devoted audience.

Moustache debut

Behind-the-scenes photos and videos shared by cast members on social media have revealed that Eddie will be sporting a brand new look in Season 8 — a large mustache that some fans are jokingly calling a “pornstache,” according to TVLine.

Kenneth Choi, who plays Chimney, has been particularly active on Instagram, documenting his co-stars’ reactions to Guzman’s new beard. In one video, Peter Krause, who plays Bobby Nash, can be seen nervously touching Eddie’s mustache, jokingly captioning it, “Be careful… it bites,” as quoted in a TVLine report.

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Fan reactions and speculations

The fandom was quick to respond to Eddie’s new look, with some dubbing him “Eddie Mercury” and others predicting that the reactions from the 118 Firehouse crew would be priceless. This unexpected change sparked a wave of discussion and memes among fans, showing the fun and engaging nature of the 9-1-1 community.

For change

While the exact reason behind Eddie’s new look remains a mystery until the show returns, it’s speculated that it’s related to the significant changes and challenges he’s been dealing with recently. Last season, Eddie struggled with the emotional turmoil of an affair with a woman resembling his late wife Shannon, which inadvertently hurt his son, Christopher. The fallout from that incident prompted Christopher to move to Texas to live with his grandparents, leaving Eddie facing a new reality, according to a report from TVLine.

Eddie’s Journey in Season 8

Ryan Guzman hinted in an interview with TVLine that the early episodes of Season 8 might not feature Eddie and Christopher together. “I hope Eddie spends a lot of time without Christopher, which gives him the opportunity to find some new structure, maybe rework who he is a little bit and find some new textures in his life,” Guzman shared.

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Eddie’s period of self-discovery can be symbolized by his new mustache, which represents a literal and metaphorical new beginning.

Looking to the future

With 9-1-1 set to return on Thursday, September 26, fans are eager to see how Eddie’s new look will be received by his 118 colleagues and how it will impact his broader character arc. The show has a history of combining intense action with deep, character-driven stories, and Eddie’s transformation promises to add a fresh edge to the upcoming season.

Frequently asked questions

Will 9-1-1 have an 8th season?
Yes, 9-1-1 is back for an eighth season.

Who burned down Bobby and Athena’s house?
Amir Casey (Malcolm-Jamal Warner) was initially a suspect in the fire due to his motive to harm Bobby and his knowledge of the house’s layout. However, it was later revealed that he was not involved. The real perpetrators, who were connected to the cartel, targeted both Bobby and Amir.

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