Kenneth Choi Expresses Frustration Over 9-1-1 Character Death

Kenneth Choi, who plays Chimney on ABC's '9-1-1,' has openly shared his emotional struggle and disagreement with showrunner Tim Minear over the shocking decision to kill off Captain Bobby Nash, portrayed by Peter Krause, in season 8's 'Lab Rats' episode. Choi described experiencing intense grief, both personally and professionally, even though he knew the storyline was fictional. He fought against the decision up until the funeral scenes were filmed, feeling the loss of a father figure for the cast and viewers alike. The episode features Bobby making a heroic sacrifice by giving Chimney the last antidote during a deadly lab leak and sealing himself inside to prevent the virus's spread. Krause acknowledged fans' pain in a statement, emphasizing that Bobby's ending was meant to honor the real-life sacrifices of first responders. The decision marks a significant narrative shift for a series known for sparing its main characters from permanent harm.