Madney Family Expands: Maddie’s Pregnancy Revealed on 9-1-1

The “Madney” family is expanding in a significant and exciting way.

On the latest episode of 9-1-1, aired on Thursday, Maddie (portrayed by Jennifer Love Hewitt) made a heartfelt announcement to her husband Chimney (played by Kenneth Choi), revealing that she is expecting their second child. This news brings a mix of joy and anxiety for Chimney, who is preparing for the challenges of becoming a father of two.

After passionately caring for Hen (Aisha Hinds) and Karen’s (Tracie Thoms) foster daughter, Mara (Askyler Bell), Chimney is thrilled at the prospect of Jee-Yun, their beloved daughter, having a sibling to share her life with. However, memories of Maddie’s previous pregnancy loom large for him. During that time, Maddie experienced severe postpartum depression, which led her to retreat from her family and responsibilities for six long months. (Interestingly, in real life, Hewitt took maternity leave after welcoming her third child with husband Brian Hallisay, who coincidentally plays her abusive ex-husband Doug in 9-1-1.)

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In a poignant final scene of season 8, episode 6, aptly titled “Confessions,” Chimney candidly expresses his fears regarding the upcoming addition to their family, establishing some essential guidelines: “If you’re ever feeling sad or overwhelmed, you come tell me. And you don’t get to leave or try to manage this all on your own. We have total and complete transparency.” Maddie responds thoughtfully, stating, “We can’t go into this acting like I am broken or a bomb that’s gonna go off any second. Give this a chance to be what it is: joy.” (Could this be hinting at a baby name suggestion?)

With joy on the horizon, we turned to 9-1-1‘s co-creator and showrunner Tim Minear to delve deeper into this touching scene and discuss how this pregnancy journey will differ from Maddie’s last experience.

ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How did you arrive at the decision for Maddie to be pregnant again?

TIM MINEAR: Reflecting on events that may not have been shown during the hiatus [between seasons 7 and 8], I wondered about the impact of having Mara in Maddie and Chimney’s lives. Caring for her was a blessing for them, and certainly a safe haven for Hen and Karen. I believe many fans anticipated potential friction between Hen and Chimney due to having their daughter in their home, but that concept never felt viable to me. Maddie’s desire to expand their family felt like a natural evolution of their narrative.

And why delve directly into pregnancy instead of depicting their attempts to conceive?

Interestingly enough, that scene originally featured Chimney laying down rules: “I have some rules. You don’t get to run away. You don’t get to deal with being sad on your own.” However, Jennifer Love Hewitt reached out to me with an insightful suggestion. She said, “I think Maddie should have a rule too.” Her input, which stated that Chimney shouldn’t treat her as if she is broken, added depth to the characters and laid a solid foundation for their story’s progression.

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**Interview with Jennifer ​Love Hewitt on the Exciting ​Developments for Maddie and Chimney in 9-1-1**

**Interviewer:** Today, we⁣ have⁢ the talented Jennifer Love ⁢Hewitt, who plays Maddie on the ⁢hit show *9-1-1*. Jennifer, thank you ​for joining us!

**Jennifer Love‌ Hewitt:** Thanks for⁣ having me! I’m excited to ⁤chat​ about Maddie‍ and Chimney’s latest journey.

**Interviewer:** In‌ the recent episode, Maddie reveals that she’s expecting her second child. Can you share ⁤how this moment impacts the storyline for​ Maddie and Chimney?

**Jennifer⁤ Love Hewitt:** Absolutely!‍ This is a significant milestone‌ for both characters. They’ve navigated a lot of challenges together, and this new announcement is filled with both joy and apprehension. Chimney is thrilled but also​ haunted⁤ by the memories of Maddie’s postpartum depression ⁢during her first pregnancy. It’s a‌ beautiful, complex⁣ moment that sets up a lot‍ of‍ emotional​ dynamics for the family.

**Interviewer:** Chimney ​expresses some serious concerns about becoming a father to two.​ How​ does this reflect the ‍growth of⁤ his‌ character?

**Jennifer Love Hewitt:** It’s a brave step for Chimney. His openness⁤ about his fears indicates how much he’s ⁤matured. In the past, he may have⁣ bottled things up, ‌but ‌now‌ he’s​ taking a‍ proactive‍ approach by encouraging ‍Maddie to communicate ⁢her feelings and ensuring ⁢they tackle‌ this together. It shows their commitment to​ a healthy, supportive ⁣partnership.

**Interviewer:** During this⁤ journey, Maddie also stresses that‌ they shouldn’t view her ‌as “broken.” What does this represent for her character development?

**Jennifer Love Hewitt:** That line is pivotal. Maddie is determined to approach this pregnancy with a fresh perspective. She wants ⁣to embrace the joy of adding to their family without being⁣ defined‍ by her past struggles. This⁢ declaration marks a significant turning point⁤ for her, showcasing strength, resilience, and hope.

**Interviewer:** Fans have really connected ‌with the⁢ “Madney” storyline. What can they⁣ expect in terms ⁣of future challenges ‍and developments?

**Jennifer Love Hewitt:** The expansion of ⁤their family certainly​ brings new challenges. As‍ they navigate⁢ the complexities of ⁢parenting⁤ two children, there will be moments of joy, conflict, ⁤and growth. ⁢I promise it’s a rollercoaster ride of emotions, and‌ the audience will definitely want⁢ to tune in!

**Interviewer:** Exciting times ahead! Thank you, Jennifer, for sharing your insights into Maddie’s journey.

**Jennifer Love Hewitt:** Thank ⁣you! I can’t wait for everyone to‍ see what’s coming‍ next for‍ Maddie and Chimney. It’s going to‌ be memorable!