In NCIS Season 21, viewers were treated to a heartfelt tribute episode honoring the legacy of Dr. Mallard, played by David McCallum, one of the show’s original cast members. However, while the episode featured the return of an original cast member, hopes for their continued presence in the show were dashed.
The tribute to Ducky in Season 21 of NCIS was a poignant moment, reflecting on his significant contributions as an original member of the team. Tony DiNozzo, portrayed by Michael Weatherly, made a special cameo appearance in the episode, adding to the nostalgic atmosphere. However, fans were disappointed to learn that Weatherly’s return was only a one-time event.
Brian Dietzen, who plays Dr. Palmer, confirmed in a recent interview with USA Today that Weatherly’s appearance was a one-off. Despite Weatherly expressing interest in revisiting his role as DiNozzo, there are currently no plans for his return to NCIS.
Weatherly left NCIS in Season 13, with DiNozzo departing to care for his secret child with Ziva David. While fans had hoped for a more permanent return of the beloved character, Dietzen’s comments suggest otherwise.
The disappointment is compounded by Weatherly’s recent remarks about wanting to explore further stories for his character. With his schedule now freed up following the conclusion of his show “Bull,” many had hoped for a more substantial return.
However, there remains a glimmer of hope for fans, particularly with the milestone 1,000th episode of NCIS on the horizon. Given DiNozzo’s status as a pioneering member of the NCIS universe, it would make sense for him to be involved in the celebration. Nevertheless, Dietzen’s remarks indicate that there are no current plans to bring Weatherly back.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Weatherly’s future involvement, fans remain hopeful for the return of beloved characters like DiNozzo. Only time will tell if the show’s producers will heed the desires of fans and bring back these iconic figures to NCIS once more.
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