Was Eddie and Richie a couple?

Throughout It: Chapter Two, it becomes clear that Richie is a closeted gay man in love with his childhood best friend, Eddie (James Ransone plays the adult version). Mostly this revelation becomes clear through two scenes. ... Unfortunately, the new kid's cousin, Henry Bowers, lives to torment Richie and his friends.

Does Eddie Kaspbrak love Richie tozier?

Richie is also in love with Eddie, going as far as to carve their initials on the kissing bridge in town, which is not something you just do for your best buddy. Eddie's untimely death cuts the possibility of romance short, but Richie's feelings are still there and Eddie's feelings are highly implied.

Are Richie and Eddie in love in the book?

As a matter of fact, King himself explained that neither of them is gay in the book but he did like that Richie was gay in the Muschietti adaptation. I actually think that, if anything, Richie would be the one who has romantic feelings, while Eddie's are platonic.

Who is Richie Tozier in love with?

We learn that Richie Tozier, the fast-talking, foul-mouthed teenager (played by Finn Wolfhard) who grew up to be a popular stand-up comedian (Bill Hader) is gay and has been secretly in love with his friend and fellow club member Eddie Kaspbrak (played as an adult by James Ransone).

What happened between Richie and Eddie?

Eddie sacrifices himself during the final battle with Pennywise, but being killed by the demon after saving Richie. ... Eddie's death gives Richie the final motivation to destroy Pennywise, with the remaining Losers' bullying the monster until he was small enough to kill.

What does Pennywise say to Eddie?

Pennywise : [to Eddie] Time to float. Pennywise : Where you going, Eds? If you lived here you'd be home by now! Come join the clown, Eds.