ABC Bluntly Reveals Bobby's True Fate In 9-1-1 Season 9
On the heels of the suprising death of Bobby, showrunner Tim Minear chalked the decision to write off such a vital character to the show's commitment to realism. Fans were quick to point out that
9-1-1 Season 9, Episode 4 Doubles Down On Bobby's Death
Because Bobby's death didn't seem to make sense, theories about a his true state immediately started, including the possibility that he's secrely alive. When news broke out that
In 9-1-1 season 9, episode 4, however, ABC effectively squashes that idea via a blunt message from Hen — he's not out there. As Athena behaved like she seemingly have a dearth wish, her long-time friend attempts to wake her up from her careless decisions. However, it's also a meta-comment on the continued hopes that somehow, Krause will return and Bobby's death is just part of an elaborate plot.
Can 9-1-1 Really Survive Without Bobby?
So far, 9-1-1 season 9's storytelling is still heavily influenced by Bobby's death. On land, Chimney had to make a difficult decision, effectively assuming his place as the new 118 captain. Out in space, Athena was forced to finally come to terms with losing her husband.
For what it's worth, 9-1-1 season 9 has planted plot seeds that could grow into fresh and intriguing storylines. Harry working on becoming a firefighter after a shift with the 118 is an interesting choice, especially after Bobby's death. It would be curious how Athena would deal with it on a day-to-day basis. Elsewhere, the seeming split of Buck and Eddie is an odd choice, given how much the fans have been clamoring for their collective plots.
Melissa Gorga Sheds New Light on Her Decade-Long Friendship with Phaedra Parks (EXCLUSIVE)
Melissa Gorga feared she was in over her head when she swapped out of her Franklin Lakes, New Jersey home into Michelle Clark’s East Point, Georgia home. So,
“We love a cameo, especially a Phaedra cameo,” Melissa told The Daily Dish in an October interview while reflecting on the experience. “She’s like, ‘Girl! What is happening here?’”
It all started when Melissa realized that her temporary husband, Sean, was an extremely hands-on father who was with his young children around the clock. “He cooks, he cleans, he spends every minute with them. But to be honest, the guy needs a break,” Melissa said in the Oct. 28 episode. She decided to enforce a new rule: Sean gets alone time.
“I have something very important that I want to shop for. So, I am gonna take these three little ones shopping today,” Melissa explained. “Because you, sir, are so amazing, but you never get a break to just have a little independence. You can take a nap. Whatever floats your boat.”
As Melissa and the children stopped by a furniture store, Melissa let the kids in on a surprise. “I have a friend that’s going to meet me here. You wanna meet my friend?” she asked. She also confessed a second reason for the shopping excursion. She added, “I really wanna get the Clarks a dining room table. So I had to dial in a local friend in the area to help me figure that out.”
A split of Melissa Gorga from The Real Housewives of New Jersey Season 14 and Phaedra Park from The Real Housewives of Atlanta Season 16.
Phaedra was happy to meet Melissa and her “three babies in tow.” She added in a confessional, “I’ve known Melissa for over a decade. She runs a tight ship. So, when I saw Melissa turn the corner with three young children, oh, give me a Xanax.”
The Real Housewives of Atlanta mom began to quiz Melissa on her experience, asking, “Have you been eating good food?” Melissa replied, “Um, they’re vegan.” Phaedra, who was shocked, answered, “Jesus. I can’t get enough meat in my life.”
Melissa also volunteered that her first night of the Wife Swap involved “juicing,” which also left Phaedra horrified. She commented, “Child, forget the juice, what about the gravy?”
As the ‘Wives shopped, Phaedra spotted a table that was “sort of interesting,” and Melissa declared, “Oh my god, they need that!”
“It’s so important to eat dinner together,” Melissa shared in her confessional interview. “Honestly, sometimes the only time I see my kids, now that they’re older, is at dinner. The Clarks are going to realize as their kids get older, how important this is, and that they need to get used to that now.”
Melissa Gorga explains why she asked Phaedra Parks for help on Wife Swap: Real Housewives Edition
Although Melissa and Phaedra have never been on a Bravo show together before now, they’ve both been part of the Bravoverse for a long time.
“I’ve known her for so many years, like a decade,” Melissa shared in her interview with The Daily Dish. She explained she asked Phaedra for help since she knew the Atlanta area better. “I loved being able to like be like, ‘Hey, come help me find some random store, pick out a table’ and, you know, so she brought me there.”
Phaedra, who has also appeared on Married to Medicine and Season 2 of The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip, shared how friendly she finds the Bravoverse.
“I mean, I’ve made friends with some people I just adore,” she said on Season 10, Episode 2 of
Melissa and Phaedra have also found time outside of television to hang out. The two posed for a picture together at an event celebrating The Points Guy in January 2025 in New York City. They were joined by
Melissa Gorga reveals her favorite moment from Phaedra Parks' Wife Swap: The Real Housewives Edition cameo
One moment stood out to Melissa as the “best” part of Phaedra’s appearance on the Oct. 28 episode: her “swap” daughter Phoenix’s reaction to seeing Phaedra for the first time.
“Phaedra looks like Elsa,” Phoenix declared, describing the Frozen princess. “She has blonde hair too. And I wear makeup too! Like the Housewives.”
Melissa loved the interaction, telling The Daily Dish
She continued, “But Phaedra is the best. She's good to bring in like a little humor to everything, you know, and just to like hear her perspective.”
ICYMI, Melissa also revealed in an exclusive interview that her daughter Antonia has a boyfriend.
-Additional reporting by Erik McIntyre
