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One thing fans couldn’t quite get over was Michael Weatherly’s departure fromNCIS. His exit left a big hole, but despite leaving the show, he is still however deeply connected to the cast. So much so that during an interview, this incredible bond was spotlighted when Emily Wickersham, out of the blue, called him up while he was actually in the midst of discussing theNCISfamily.
The unexpected call thus went on to show how strong the cast’s connection remains, even after Weatherly’s departure. It’s clear that while his character, Tony DiNozzo, may be gone, the friendship and the camaraderie behind the scenes are as strong as ever.
Emily Wickersham misses Michael Weatherly onNCISas much as the fans!
During an interview in 2016 about his return to CBS withBull,Michael Weatherlyfound himself reminiscing about his old days onNCIS.
In a chat withEntertainment Tonight, he revealed,
I love those guys and I miss them and we’re very connected, I think it’s great that we’re on [the] schedule together because it’s one fluid evening for CBS
As he reflected on his time with the hit show, a lovely coincidence happened, his formerNCISco-star Emily Wickersham unexpectedly called him.
In the call, she told him,
It’s looking fantastic, We miss you a little bit. I’m very excited about your premiere.
What started as a casual phone call quickly turned into a heartwarming surprise when the two ended up Facetiming live during the interview. The unexpected call was a reminder to fans that their connection goes beyond just their time onNCIS.
Michael Weatherly almost did not take theNCISjob!
Michael Weatherly, now iconic for his role as Special Agent Tony DiNozzo onNCIS, almost didn’t take the job. The star who is now set to reprise his role in the 2025 spinoffNCIS: Tony and Ziva, initially had doubts about joining the show.
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At first, he wasn’t sold on starring in a crime drama, especially one that was a spinoff ofJAG, a show with a certain stigma he wasn’t sure he wanted to carry. However, after meeting withNCIScreator Don Bellisario in Australia, his mind changed. In a chat withThe Futon Critic, he revealed,
I was a little reluctant initially. But I went and had this dinner with Don Bellisario in Australia and his personality, his storytelling and his presence and everything kind of won me over.
He further added,
I just wanted to meet him as a fan of like Magnum, P.I. And then getting into with him, I was like this could work.
After a successful 13-season run, Michael Weatherly leftNCISdue to burnout, but now he’s returning for the upcomingNCIS: Tony and Zivaspinoff. Fans are in for a treat as he reunites with Cote de Pablo actor Ziva David. Fans are really excited to see their favorite star don the old suit once again.
NCIS is streaming on Hulu and NCIS: Tony and Ziva is set to release sometime in 2025
Sampurna Banerjee
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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.
