Since its premiere in 2003, NCIS has seen many of its beloved cast members come and go, leaving fans wondering what the actors are up to now. Mark Harmon, who portrayed the iconic Leroy Jethro Gibbs, stepped back from the series in 2021 but remains a producer on the show. He’s been enjoying life out of the spotlight, focusing on family and personal projects. Michael Weatherly, who played fan-favorite Tony DiNozzo, left in 2016 to star in Bull, which recently ended, and is now rumored to be considering a return to the NCIS universe.

Other original cast members have also moved on to new ventures. Pauley Perrette, known for her quirky role as forensic scientist Abby Sciuto, retired from acting after leaving NCIS and has been focusing on her advocacy work and charity projects. Cote de Pablo, who portrayed Ziva David, has kept a lower profile but occasionally returns for guest appearances on the show, keeping fans hopeful for more Ziva moments in the future. Meanwhile, Sean Murray (McGee) and Brian Dietzen (Palmer) remain key players in the current NCIS cast, ensuring that the legacy of the show continues.