Curious about Maddie Buckley’s fate in 9-1-1 and whether Jennifer Love Hewitt is leaving the series? Season 8 has thrown Maddie into one of the most harrowing storylines yet, leaving fans questioning if she will survive. After being kidnapped and brutally attacked, her future hangs in the balance.
Here’s a breakdown of what happens to Maddie, the impact of her ordeal, and whether Jennifer Love Hewitt is set to depart from 9-1-1.
Is Maddie dead or alive in 9-1-1?
No, Maddie Buckley, played by Jennifer Love Hewitt does not die in 9-1-1 Season 8 Episode 10. She faces one of the most life-threatening situations.
LAPD Detective Amber Braeburn kidnaps and tortures Maddie before ultimately slitting her throat as Chimney arrives on the scene. As blood pours from her wound, Maddie fights back and knocks Amber unconscious with a hammer. The danger escalates when Amber regains consciousness and tries to shoot Chimney.
Fortunately, Angela Bassett’s Athena Grant arrives in time and shoots Amber dead before she can kill Chimney. However, Maddie remains in critical condition, and the episode ends with uncertainty about her survival. This leaves fans questioning her fate, especially after other major exits in Season 8, such as Eddie Diaz moving to Texas.
Could Jennifer Love Hewitt’s Maddie be exiting 9-1-1?
Despite the life-threatening injuries Maddie suffers, Jennifer Love Hewitt is not leaving 9-1-1.
In interviews, Hewitt revealed that Maddie will struggle with the trauma of her attack, especially as pregnancy adds to her fears and undermines her confidence in her workplace’s safety. This storyline will explore Maddie’s PTSD and the psychological impact of her abduction. (via TV Insider)
Hewitt also confirmed that Maddie’s return to work will not be immediate, as she will have significant hurdles to overcome. Unlike her previous trauma involving her abusive ex-husband, Doug, this event complicates her personal and professional life in new ways. However, her resilience and determination to recover suggest she will remain a key part of the series.
While Maddie’s fate remains uncertain as Season 8 continues, 9-1-1 has emphasized her survival instinct and her crucial role in the show. The series has consistently placed Maddie in high-stakes situations, and this latest storyline reinforces her strength.
Fans can expect to see her recovery process unfold as 9-1-1 continues to air new episodes on ABC.
Originally reported by Vritti Johar on ComingSoon.net.
