Erich Anderson, a prolific television actor perhaps best known for his portrayal on Felicity as the title character’s father, died of cancer June 1 in Los Angeles. He was 67.
His death was announced on social media by wife and actor Saxon Trainor.
Launching his film career in 1984 with a role in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, Anderson was also featured at the same time in the TV series Bay City Blues. TV guest appearances kept him busy for the next years, with roles on The Paper Chase, Tour of Duty, and Quantum Leap, among others.
In 1990 he landed a recurring role that would become one of his most recognizable: On seven episodes of thirtysomething, he played Billy Sidel, a romantic partner for Polly Draper’s Ellyn Warren. After a sometimes rocky path, the two characters were married late in the series.
The ’90s also saw appearances on Star Trek: The Next Generation...
His death was announced on social media by wife and actor Saxon Trainor.
Launching his film career in 1984 with a role in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, Anderson was also featured at the same time in the TV series Bay City Blues. TV guest appearances kept him busy for the next years, with roles on The Paper Chase, Tour of Duty, and Quantum Leap, among others.
In 1990 he landed a recurring role that would become one of his most recognizable: On seven episodes of thirtysomething, he played Billy Sidel, a romantic partner for Polly Draper’s Ellyn Warren. After a sometimes rocky path, the two characters were married late in the series.
The ’90s also saw appearances on Star Trek: The Next Generation...
- 6/4/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Erich Anderson, who was sometimes also credited as E. Erich Anderson, racked up over 100 credits during a screen acting career that stretched from 1983 into the 2020s, but he may be best known for playing the role of Rob in the 1984 slasher classic Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter. A character out for revenge, Rob looked like he had a shot at being able to take down hockey-masked killer Jason Voorhees for good… but when Rob finally caught up with Jason, things did not go well for him at all. Among Friday the 13th fans, Rob has become a favorite due to the fact that he seems so cool and capable at first, but then whiffs his shot at vengeance in a major way. Sadly, the actor who brought Rob to the screen is no longer with us. Erich Anderson’s wife Saxon Trainor has confirmed through social media that he...
- 6/3/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Right now, it feels like NCIS and a couple of its spin-offs are on everyone's mind. The show, which passed the two-decade milestone, not only hasn't tired its viewers out, it's found two new offshoots to expand its universe and continue its battle with NBC's Law & Order for the longest-running procedural.
Of course, viewers' attention is now divided between NCIS: Origins, which will tell the origin story of Agent Gibbs, previously played by Mark Harmon, and NCIS: Tony & Ziva, which will follow the lives of two former agents after they escape to Europe.
However, the most loyal fans still remember how the franchise lost what could have been its best spin-off 11 years ago.
Why Was NCIS: Red Canceled?
Originally, NCIS: Red was not supposed to be a spin-off of the original NCIS series, but of NCIS: Los Angeles. Since NCIS has always been keen on creating more location-based...
Of course, viewers' attention is now divided between NCIS: Origins, which will tell the origin story of Agent Gibbs, previously played by Mark Harmon, and NCIS: Tony & Ziva, which will follow the lives of two former agents after they escape to Europe.
However, the most loyal fans still remember how the franchise lost what could have been its best spin-off 11 years ago.
Why Was NCIS: Red Canceled?
Originally, NCIS: Red was not supposed to be a spin-off of the original NCIS series, but of NCIS: Los Angeles. Since NCIS has always been keen on creating more location-based...
- 6/1/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Everybody knows that NCIS is one of the biggest TV franchises there is, but what if we tell you that there are even more shows that share the same universe with the series than those which have NCIS in their names.
Sounds intriguing? Then check out our list and the advice on how to watch all the shows in correct order.
10. Jag
Everything started with Jag. It actually gave the start to the whole franchise, and it surprises us that not so many fans actually knew about it. The two episodes that made it all happen were Ice Queen and Meltdown, both from season 8. In these episodes the many NCIS characters were introduced, like Jethro Gibbs, Anthony Dinozzo and others. After that, when NCIS premiered, it featured many Jag characters as well.
So if you never heard of the show but consider yourself a NCIS fan, it’s time to binge Jag right now.
Sounds intriguing? Then check out our list and the advice on how to watch all the shows in correct order.
10. Jag
Everything started with Jag. It actually gave the start to the whole franchise, and it surprises us that not so many fans actually knew about it. The two episodes that made it all happen were Ice Queen and Meltdown, both from season 8. In these episodes the many NCIS characters were introduced, like Jethro Gibbs, Anthony Dinozzo and others. After that, when NCIS premiered, it featured many Jag characters as well.
So if you never heard of the show but consider yourself a NCIS fan, it’s time to binge Jag right now.
- 5/31/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Rachel Bailey)
- STartefacts.com
Two more seasons of NCISare coming to Netflix. The first 15 seasons are already available to stream in the US, but Seasons 16 and 17 will officially join them beginning June 30.
The military police procedural, which originally debuted in 2003 as a spin-off of Jag, hails from creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill. Now more than two decades into its run, the one-hour prime-time series is the third longest-running US scripted drama program behind only Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Law & Order. NCIS has 467 episodes (and counting), cementing its place in the upper echelon of US TV dramas after the aforementioned Law & Orders and Gunsmoke — the only programs to have made more episodes.
If you’re looking to take a deeper dive into NCIS, here’s everything you need to know about the series — including details on the latest seasons dropping on Netflix.
The military police procedural, which originally debuted in 2003 as a spin-off of Jag, hails from creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill. Now more than two decades into its run, the one-hour prime-time series is the third longest-running US scripted drama program behind only Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Law & Order. NCIS has 467 episodes (and counting), cementing its place in the upper echelon of US TV dramas after the aforementioned Law & Orders and Gunsmoke — the only programs to have made more episodes.
If you’re looking to take a deeper dive into NCIS, here’s everything you need to know about the series — including details on the latest seasons dropping on Netflix.
- 5/28/2024
- by Philiana Ng
- Tudum - Netflix
Today, it's hard to remember the state of television when CBS' biggest procedural hit was just getting started. Since 2003, NCIS has been one of the most successful shows on the network, as well as compared to other popular shows. Now, with a handful of spinoffs and 21 seasons of the main show, it's too easy to forget its origins.
Many believe that NCIS began as a stand-alone series, but this is not true. Created by Donald P. Bellisario, the show began as a spinoff of the unfairly forgotten CBS legal drama series Jag.
When Did Jag End?
Jag, which stands for Judge Advocate General in the U.S. military, originated on NBC back in 1995. The show wasn't as big a hit as you might think, judging by the NCIS numbers, but the move to CBS kept the story afloat and even made it more interesting. All in all, the drama lasted...
Many believe that NCIS began as a stand-alone series, but this is not true. Created by Donald P. Bellisario, the show began as a spinoff of the unfairly forgotten CBS legal drama series Jag.
When Did Jag End?
Jag, which stands for Judge Advocate General in the U.S. military, originated on NBC back in 1995. The show wasn't as big a hit as you might think, judging by the NCIS numbers, but the move to CBS kept the story afloat and even made it more interesting. All in all, the drama lasted...
- 5/27/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
There’s a reason why Tom Selleck refers to the original Magnum, P.I. television series as just “Magnum” — and it has nothing to do with it being simple shorthand.
Selleck’s 352-page memoir, You Never Know, was released earlier this month (days after the 36th anniversary of Magnum, P.I.’s series finale), and when rummaging for something to read outdoors on a lazy Memorial Day Weekend afternoon, I remembered that I had been floated an advanced copy. Before I knew it, I had plowed through the entire back half of the book, which covers the shooting of the Magnum pilot,...
Selleck’s 352-page memoir, You Never Know, was released earlier this month (days after the 36th anniversary of Magnum, P.I.’s series finale), and when rummaging for something to read outdoors on a lazy Memorial Day Weekend afternoon, I remembered that I had been floated an advanced copy. Before I knew it, I had plowed through the entire back half of the book, which covers the shooting of the Magnum pilot,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Even though it’s not the guest stars who make the show, but the regular cast, there is some magic about one-episode characters played by someone the audience knows and loves. Just like every major procedural on TV that has been running long enough, NCIS had its fair share of actors, hosts and even political figures joining the team.
Here are 8 biggest names who have joined the NCIS family throughout the years, and where exactly in the show you can find them.
Troian Bellisario
Best known for her portrayal of Spencer Hastings in Pretty Little Liars, Bellisario appeared in two episodes of NCIS as Agent McGee's sister, Sarah. Her appearance on the show before her big break is easy to explain, as Troian is the daughter of Donald P. Bellisario, the mastermind behind both Jag and NCIS.
Zac Efron
Zac Efron's appearance on NCIS came in the same year that...
Here are 8 biggest names who have joined the NCIS family throughout the years, and where exactly in the show you can find them.
Troian Bellisario
Best known for her portrayal of Spencer Hastings in Pretty Little Liars, Bellisario appeared in two episodes of NCIS as Agent McGee's sister, Sarah. Her appearance on the show before her big break is easy to explain, as Troian is the daughter of Donald P. Bellisario, the mastermind behind both Jag and NCIS.
Zac Efron
Zac Efron's appearance on NCIS came in the same year that...
- 5/26/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
The police procedural NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service has been running for 21 seasons, and its new viewers may not even suspect that this show is an offshoot of the previous multi-season television hit Jag, which ran from 1995 to 2005.
NCIS, in turn, spawned several other crime shows: NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans, NCIS: Hawai’i, and NCIS: Sydney. New Orleans and Los Angeles lasted long seven and fourteen seasons respectively, and now it was Hawaii's turn – the show was canceled after its third season.
What is NCIS: Hawai’i About?
NCIS: Hawai’i follows the first female Special Agent in Charge of the NCIS Hawai’i Field Office, Jane Tennant, and her team as they oversee the island's security while investigating high-stakes crimes involving the military and national security.
Tennant herself is not only the first female chief of NCIS, overseeing four dozen agents, but also...
NCIS, in turn, spawned several other crime shows: NCIS: Los Angeles, NCIS: New Orleans, NCIS: Hawai’i, and NCIS: Sydney. New Orleans and Los Angeles lasted long seven and fourteen seasons respectively, and now it was Hawaii's turn – the show was canceled after its third season.
What is NCIS: Hawai’i About?
NCIS: Hawai’i follows the first female Special Agent in Charge of the NCIS Hawai’i Field Office, Jane Tennant, and her team as they oversee the island's security while investigating high-stakes crimes involving the military and national security.
Tennant herself is not only the first female chief of NCIS, overseeing four dozen agents, but also...
- 4/30/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Way back in 2003, the hit CBS series Jag introduced its audience to Jethro Gibbs and his crack team of investigators, who focus on navy-related crimes from the forensics and investigative side.
This 'back-door pilot' led the way to NCIS, which is now in its 21st season and has inspired multiple spin-offs.
There's a lot to celebrate about this success, and recently the show paid homage to its roots with a landmark 1,000th episode. However, two major snubs ruffled the feathers of some fans, and for good reason.
All The Way Back To The Start
In episode #1000, appropriately named 'A Thousand Yards', NCIS Director Leon Vance is shot while arguing with his estranged son Jared. When the culprit is revealed to be Jared's new girlfriend, Lindsey Wexler, it doesn't take the team long to discover that she is daughter of sleeper agent Leonard Rush, whom Gibbs took down in the very...
This 'back-door pilot' led the way to NCIS, which is now in its 21st season and has inspired multiple spin-offs.
There's a lot to celebrate about this success, and recently the show paid homage to its roots with a landmark 1,000th episode. However, two major snubs ruffled the feathers of some fans, and for good reason.
All The Way Back To The Start
In episode #1000, appropriately named 'A Thousand Yards', NCIS Director Leon Vance is shot while arguing with his estranged son Jared. When the culprit is revealed to be Jared's new girlfriend, Lindsey Wexler, it doesn't take the team long to discover that she is daughter of sleeper agent Leonard Rush, whom Gibbs took down in the very...
- 4/23/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
It’s hard to think about anyone other than Mark Harmon playing the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS.
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Find out who will be playing Gibbs in an upcoming NCIS: Origins prequel series!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Find out who will be playing Gibbs in an upcoming NCIS: Origins prequel series!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
- 4/13/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The CBS hit show, NCIS, has been hit with a divorce. One of their beloved stars‘ wife has filed for a divorce from her husband. This happened after the couple had been married for over 18 years.
Who Is Carrie James Murray?
Carrie James Murray is the wife of the NCIS star. Seeing she is not a Hollywood staple, having never appeared in either television or in movies, little is known about her. Before her marriage, it is unlikely anyone other than her friends and family had ever heard of her.
Carrie James Murray has been reported as having a bachelor’s degree in social work. She earned her degree from San Francisco State University from 1995 to 1999. She returned to college in 2002. It was then when she earned her master’s degree from Antioch University in Los Angeles, California. Her master’s degree is in “education leadership.”
The NCIS wife is the mother of two.
Who Is Carrie James Murray?
Carrie James Murray is the wife of the NCIS star. Seeing she is not a Hollywood staple, having never appeared in either television or in movies, little is known about her. Before her marriage, it is unlikely anyone other than her friends and family had ever heard of her.
Carrie James Murray has been reported as having a bachelor’s degree in social work. She earned her degree from San Francisco State University from 1995 to 1999. She returned to college in 2002. It was then when she earned her master’s degree from Antioch University in Los Angeles, California. Her master’s degree is in “education leadership.”
The NCIS wife is the mother of two.
- 4/1/2024
- by Emma Riley Sutton
- TV Shows Ace
NCIS over the years has been through numerous cast changes. In fact, no one on the cast in its 21st season was a series regular for its first. But the actor who has been there the longest is Sean Murray, who first played Timothy McGee (he was a probie!) in Season 1, Episode 7 “Sub Rosa.” But he only recurred throughout the first season, and his journey to becoming a series regular was “an interesting one,” as he tells TV Insider. Murray’s stepfather, Donald Bellisario, created NCIS and Murray had worked with him on Jag. (NCIS is a spinoff of Jag.) “There was a one-time guest star appearance for a rookie agent. Don asked me if I wanted to do this. It was an interesting character, total rookie, total kind of stumbling over himself, trying to learn ...
- 3/22/2024
- TV Insider
The NCIS franchise will be airing its 1,000th episode on April 15, and CBS Studios President David Stapf has been involved in every single one of them. Because he was head of CBS current programming at the time, he even participated in the development of the mothership series from Day 1 because it originated as two back-door pilot episodes of an existing show, Jag, that aired in April 2003. He was in on all casting sessions and still remembers Pauley Perrette’s audition that won her the role of Abby in the room.
Scheduled against then-Fox juggernaut American Idol, NCIS, about a little known branch of the U.S. military, got off to an inauspicious start, finishing its first season ranked #26. By Season 7, it was the most watched TV drama, holding its own against Idol, and became the most watched program overall three seasons later while also ruling syndication.
CBS’ Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach...
Scheduled against then-Fox juggernaut American Idol, NCIS, about a little known branch of the U.S. military, got off to an inauspicious start, finishing its first season ranked #26. By Season 7, it was the most watched TV drama, holding its own against Idol, and became the most watched program overall three seasons later while also ruling syndication.
CBS’ Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach...
- 3/20/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
NCIS has been part of the television landscape for the past two decades.
Following a two-episode backdoor pilot on Jag in 2003, the redundantly named Navy NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service debuted in the fall of that year.
Although it started slowly ratings-wise in its first couple of seasons, a franchise soon was born.
Now in its 21st season, NCIS has produced more than 450 episodes and six spinoff series, a record unmatched in TV history (although Law & Order fans doubtless will quibble).
Maybe now, shortly after the series said goodbye to its second-most popular character on NCIS Season 21 Episode 2, would be a good time for a hiatus.
That's insane, you say, what with two new spinoffs in the pipeline.
Look back fondly
Let's start with the fact that every day, on cable and streaming, fans can watch their favorite episodes from the golden years of NCIS, back before Abby, Tony, Ziva,...
Following a two-episode backdoor pilot on Jag in 2003, the redundantly named Navy NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service debuted in the fall of that year.
Although it started slowly ratings-wise in its first couple of seasons, a franchise soon was born.
Now in its 21st season, NCIS has produced more than 450 episodes and six spinoff series, a record unmatched in TV history (although Law & Order fans doubtless will quibble).
Maybe now, shortly after the series said goodbye to its second-most popular character on NCIS Season 21 Episode 2, would be a good time for a hiatus.
That's insane, you say, what with two new spinoffs in the pipeline.
Look back fondly
Let's start with the fact that every day, on cable and streaming, fans can watch their favorite episodes from the golden years of NCIS, back before Abby, Tony, Ziva,...
- 3/6/2024
- by Dale McGarrigle
- TVfanatic
It’s hard to think about anyone other than Mark Harmon playing the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS.
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Find out who will be playing Gibbs in an upcoming NCIS: Origins prequel series!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Find out who will be playing Gibbs in an upcoming NCIS: Origins prequel series!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
- 3/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The official cause of death for David Gail, 58, the former “Port Charles” and “Beverly Hills, 90210” actor who died last month after being found unresponsive by emergency personnel, has been determined, reports Deadline via a statement released by the late actor’s mother, Mary Painter.
According to a toxicology report, Gail’s cause of death has been determined to be the result of “brain and heart complications following drug intoxication involving amphetamines, cocaine, ethanol and fentanyl,” the outlet reported on Friday. The causing condition was anoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (a brain injury due to lack of blood flow) following resuscitation from cardiopulmonary arrest due to drug intoxication.
Following reports of Gail’s death, TMZ, citing law enforcement, reported that the actor died of a possible drug overdose, with his death under investigation by police, pending toxicology testing. No foul play was suspected.
In a statement released to Deadline at the time, the...
According to a toxicology report, Gail’s cause of death has been determined to be the result of “brain and heart complications following drug intoxication involving amphetamines, cocaine, ethanol and fentanyl,” the outlet reported on Friday. The causing condition was anoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (a brain injury due to lack of blood flow) following resuscitation from cardiopulmonary arrest due to drug intoxication.
Following reports of Gail’s death, TMZ, citing law enforcement, reported that the actor died of a possible drug overdose, with his death under investigation by police, pending toxicology testing. No foul play was suspected.
In a statement released to Deadline at the time, the...
- 2/24/2024
- by Errol Lewis
- Soap Opera Network
NCIS isn’t going anywhere. More than 450 episodes into its run, the CBS drama about naval criminal investigators hasn’t lost any steam – or the support of the network. The show, which had its 21st season premiere on Feb. 12, isn’t “slowing down anytime soon,” a CBS executive recently promised.
‘NCIS’ is still going strong after 20 seasons (L-r): Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Katrina Law as NCIS Special Agent Jessica Knight, Wilmer Valderrama as Nick Torres, Diona Reasonover as Forensic Scientist Kasie Hines, and Gary Cole as FBI Special Agent Alden Parker in ‘NCIS’ Season 21 Episode 2 | Michael Yarish/CBS ©2023 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
For any show to last 20 seasons is an impressive feat, especially in today’s competitive TV environment. But NCIS has managed to pull it off. The Jag spinoff, which premiered in September 2003 is now one of the longest-running scripted primetime shows in TV history.
‘NCIS’ is still going strong after 20 seasons (L-r): Brian Dietzen as Jimmy Palmer, Katrina Law as NCIS Special Agent Jessica Knight, Wilmer Valderrama as Nick Torres, Diona Reasonover as Forensic Scientist Kasie Hines, and Gary Cole as FBI Special Agent Alden Parker in ‘NCIS’ Season 21 Episode 2 | Michael Yarish/CBS ©2023 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
For any show to last 20 seasons is an impressive feat, especially in today’s competitive TV environment. But NCIS has managed to pull it off. The Jag spinoff, which premiered in September 2003 is now one of the longest-running scripted primetime shows in TV history.
- 2/19/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
A new era is beginning for NCIS as the series returns to the small screen with a new cast of actors and characters for 2024's Season 21.
First brought to life in 2003 as a spin-off of Jag under creators Donald Bellisario and Don Gill, NCIS now holds a place as the longest-running series in the franchise.
The writer's room for Season 21 officially opened in October 2023, although this season marks the first without any of the actors who starred in the Season 1 pilot.
Read full article on The Direct.
First brought to life in 2003 as a spin-off of Jag under creators Donald Bellisario and Don Gill, NCIS now holds a place as the longest-running series in the franchise.
The writer's room for Season 21 officially opened in October 2023, although this season marks the first without any of the actors who starred in the Season 1 pilot.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 2/13/2024
- by Richard Nebens
- The Direct
It’s hard to think about anyone other than Mark Harmon playing the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS.
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Did you see that Mark is working on a young Gibbs prequel series?!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Did you see that Mark is working on a young Gibbs prequel series?!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
- 1/27/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
On the morning of January 23, 2024, actor Gary Graham, star of the "Alien Nation" TV series, the cult classic "Robot Jox," and multiple-time "Star Trek" supporting player, passed away at the age of 74. Graham had a prolific acting career, appearing in single episodes of many of the hottest TV shows of his day, including "Starsky & Hutch," "The Incredible Hulk," Knots Landing," "CHiPs," "T.J. Hooker," "Hunter," "M.A.N.T.I.S.," "Diagnosis Murder," "Ally McBeal," "Jag," and "Nip/Tuck." He had an easy demeanor, allowing him to play comedic affable characters just as well as intense, serious ones.
Trekkies likely know Graham best for playing Soval on "Star Trek: Enterprise." Soval was the snippy Vulcan ambassador who oversaw Earth's very, very slow transition from post-war ruin to a thriving society ready for space exploration. In the timeline of "Star Trek," humanity discovers warp-speed flight while the world is recovering from nuclear devastation. On the very first Earth warp flight,...
Trekkies likely know Graham best for playing Soval on "Star Trek: Enterprise." Soval was the snippy Vulcan ambassador who oversaw Earth's very, very slow transition from post-war ruin to a thriving society ready for space exploration. In the timeline of "Star Trek," humanity discovers warp-speed flight while the world is recovering from nuclear devastation. On the very first Earth warp flight,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Gary Graham, the actor best known for starring in “Star Trek: Enterprise,” died Monday. He was 73.
Susan Lavelle, his ex-wife, confirmed the news in a Facebook post. According to her post, Graham’s wife, Becky Hopkins, was by his side when he died.
“It is with deep profound sadness to say that Gary Graham, my ex husband, amazing actor and father of our beautiful only child together, Haylee Graham, has passed away today. We are completely devastated especially our daughter Haley,” Lavelle wrote.
Lavelle said she met Graham when he was the co-lead in the 1980s science-fiction series “Alien Nation,” adding that he had many other credits, including “All the Right Moves” with Tom Cruise.
“Gary was funny, sarcastic sense of humor but kind, fought for what he believed in, a devout Christian and was so proud of his daughter, Haylee. This was sudden so please pray for our daughter...
Susan Lavelle, his ex-wife, confirmed the news in a Facebook post. According to her post, Graham’s wife, Becky Hopkins, was by his side when he died.
“It is with deep profound sadness to say that Gary Graham, my ex husband, amazing actor and father of our beautiful only child together, Haylee Graham, has passed away today. We are completely devastated especially our daughter Haley,” Lavelle wrote.
Lavelle said she met Graham when he was the co-lead in the 1980s science-fiction series “Alien Nation,” adding that he had many other credits, including “All the Right Moves” with Tom Cruise.
“Gary was funny, sarcastic sense of humor but kind, fought for what he believed in, a devout Christian and was so proud of his daughter, Haylee. This was sudden so please pray for our daughter...
- 1/23/2024
- by Caroline Brew
- Variety Film + TV
David Gail, the actor best known for playing Dr. Joe Scanlon (No. 2) on the General Hospital spinoff Port Charles, died on Jan. 16 at age 58.
According to a new release shared by a rep for Gail’s family on Feb. 25, the actor’s official cause of death is “anoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, a brain injury resulting from lack of blood, following resuscitation from cardio pulmonary arrest due to drug intoxication from substances including amphetamines, cocaine, ethanol and fentanyl.”
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According to a new release shared by a rep for Gail’s family on Feb. 25, the actor’s official cause of death is “anoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, a brain injury resulting from lack of blood, following resuscitation from cardio pulmonary arrest due to drug intoxication from substances including amphetamines, cocaine, ethanol and fentanyl.”
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- 1/23/2024
- by Claire Franken
- TVLine.com
The close-knit "Star Trek" family has lost one of their own today. Actor Gary Graham, most well-known for playing the role of the Vulcan Ambassador Soval in "Star Trek: Enterprise," sadly passed away early in the morning January 23, 2024. His death was first announced in a Facebook post by his ex-wife and actor Susan Lavelle (viaParade.com). No cause of death has yet been revealed, except that it was described as "sudden." Graham was 73 years old.
In addition to starring in "Enterprise" and even showing up for a brief appearance in "Star Trek: Voyager," Graham was more than willing to lend his talents to various roles in "Star Trek" fan films throughout the years, bringing Soval back to life in several unofficial movies that may not be formally sanctioned in the official canon of the franchise, but nonetheless speaks to the actor's passion for the character and his appreciation for the Trekkie community.
In addition to starring in "Enterprise" and even showing up for a brief appearance in "Star Trek: Voyager," Graham was more than willing to lend his talents to various roles in "Star Trek" fan films throughout the years, bringing Soval back to life in several unofficial movies that may not be formally sanctioned in the official canon of the franchise, but nonetheless speaks to the actor's passion for the character and his appreciation for the Trekkie community.
- 1/23/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
David Gail, an actor known for his roles on “Beverly Hills, 90210” and the “General Hospital” spinoff “Port Charles,” died Tuesday due to complications from sudden cardiac arrest. He was 58.
“Gail was found unresponsive by emergency personnel who made every attempt to save his life including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation,” a statement shared with Variety reads. “Despite their efforts, Gail was put on life support where he remained for several days. He was pronounced dead on Jan. 16, 2024.”
Gail’s sister, Katie Colmenares, paid tribute to the actor in an Instagram post on Saturday, writing, “There’s barely been even a day in my life when you were not with me by my side.”
Colmenares continued, “Always my wingman always my best friend ready to face anything and anyone w me the bears will never be the same but I will hold you so tight every day in my heart...
“Gail was found unresponsive by emergency personnel who made every attempt to save his life including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation,” a statement shared with Variety reads. “Despite their efforts, Gail was put on life support where he remained for several days. He was pronounced dead on Jan. 16, 2024.”
Gail’s sister, Katie Colmenares, paid tribute to the actor in an Instagram post on Saturday, writing, “There’s barely been even a day in my life when you were not with me by my side.”
Colmenares continued, “Always my wingman always my best friend ready to face anything and anyone w me the bears will never be the same but I will hold you so tight every day in my heart...
- 1/21/2024
- by Michaela Zee
- Variety Film + TV
Audience favorite NCIS is gearing up for the premiere of its new season. Find out its release date as well as what is on the schedule for NCIS’s spin-offs.
The highly-rated NCIS series follows the work of special agents in the Navel Criminal Investigative Service and has been successful enough to spawn a fleet of spin-offs.
When Does NCIS Return? Read full article on The Direct.
The highly-rated NCIS series follows the work of special agents in the Navel Criminal Investigative Service and has been successful enough to spawn a fleet of spin-offs.
When Does NCIS Return? Read full article on The Direct.
- 1/11/2024
- by Jennifer McDonough
- The Direct
Gibbs is back! Mark Harmon will return to the NCIS universe, but not in the way that fans might expect. CBS has ordered a new NCIS prequel series that will focus on a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Harmon will serve as a narrator for the show, titled NCIS: Origins.
‘NCIS: Origins’ follows a young Gibbs as he starts his career Mark Harmon as NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs | CBS ©2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Related
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NCIS: Origins begins in 1991 and will follow a young Gibbs as he starts his career as a newly minted special agent at NCIS Camp Pendleton. There, he forges his place on a ragtag team headed by NCIS legend Mike Franks.
The new show, which will air during the 2024-25 broadcast season, will be produced by Mark Harmon and his son Sean Harmon,...
‘NCIS: Origins’ follows a young Gibbs as he starts his career Mark Harmon as NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs | CBS ©2021 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Related
‘NCIS’ Creators Thought the Show Was ‘Done’ After Michael Weatherly’s Exit
NCIS: Origins begins in 1991 and will follow a young Gibbs as he starts his career as a newly minted special agent at NCIS Camp Pendleton. There, he forges his place on a ragtag team headed by NCIS legend Mike Franks.
The new show, which will air during the 2024-25 broadcast season, will be produced by Mark Harmon and his son Sean Harmon,...
- 1/6/2024
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
It’s hard to think about anyone other than Mark Harmon playing the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS.
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Did you see that Mark is working on a young Gibbs prequel series?!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Did you see that Mark is working on a young Gibbs prequel series?!
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
- 1/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Well, Leroy Jethro Gibbs will be on our screens again in some form soon! CBS has ordered NCIS: Origins, a prequel about the character originally played by Mark Harmon on NCIS, to series for the 2024-2025 season, TV Insider has confirmed. Harmon, who left his onscreen role as Gibbs on NCIS in the 19th season (the show is going into its 21st), will narrate the series as well as executive produce alongside his son Sean Harmon (who has played Gibbs in flashbacks on NCIS), Gina Lucita Monreal, and David J. North. Sean Harmon was the one to originally bring the idea of expanding the universe of NCIS by exploring Young Gibbs, along with Mark Harmon, to Monreal, North, and CBS Studios. He will be focusing on executive producing, and casting will begin for the role for the prequel series. “The character of Gibbs has been an ...
- 1/5/2024
- TV Insider
CBS, which is saying goodbye to Young Sheldon this season, will say hello to young Leroy Jethro next season.
The network is expanding the NCIS franchise with a prequel titled NCIS: Origins, which has a straight-to-series order for the 2024-25 season. The 1990s-set drama will follow a younger Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Mark Harmon’s longtime character in the original series. Harmon is an executive producer on the prequel and will also narrate the series.
NCIS: Origins will open in 1991 and will follow the young Gibbs as a newly installed agent at the Camp Pendleton NCIS office, which is led by the legendary Mike Franks — a recurring character in the original series (played by Muse Watson). (The NCIS flagship premiered in 2003, when Harmon was 51; CBS’ description of Origins reads as though the character may be younger than 40ish in the prequel.)
“We are elated and honored to continue the expansion of...
The network is expanding the NCIS franchise with a prequel titled NCIS: Origins, which has a straight-to-series order for the 2024-25 season. The 1990s-set drama will follow a younger Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Mark Harmon’s longtime character in the original series. Harmon is an executive producer on the prequel and will also narrate the series.
NCIS: Origins will open in 1991 and will follow the young Gibbs as a newly installed agent at the Camp Pendleton NCIS office, which is led by the legendary Mike Franks — a recurring character in the original series (played by Muse Watson). (The NCIS flagship premiered in 2003, when Harmon was 51; CBS’ description of Origins reads as though the character may be younger than 40ish in the prequel.)
“We are elated and honored to continue the expansion of...
- 1/5/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
CBS has ordered an “NCIS” prequel series that will focus on a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Variety has confirmed.
The series is titled “NCIS: Origins” and will air during the 2024-2025 season. The show will be set in 1991 with Mark Harmon (who played Gibbs for nearly two decades) serving as narrator. The official logline states, “In the series, Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.”
Harmon will executive produce with his son, Sean Harmon, who originally brought the idea of a young Gibbs show to CBS. Sean has previously played a younger version of his father’s character in episodes of “NCIS,” but he will focus on executive producing the new series and casting for the lead role will begin shortly.
David J. North...
The series is titled “NCIS: Origins” and will air during the 2024-2025 season. The show will be set in 1991 with Mark Harmon (who played Gibbs for nearly two decades) serving as narrator. The official logline states, “In the series, Gibbs starts his career as a newly minted special agent at the fledgling NCIS Camp Pendleton office where he forges his place on a gritty, ragtag team led by NCIS legend Mike Franks.”
Harmon will executive produce with his son, Sean Harmon, who originally brought the idea of a young Gibbs show to CBS. Sean has previously played a younger version of his father’s character in episodes of “NCIS,” but he will focus on executive producing the new series and casting for the lead role will begin shortly.
David J. North...
- 1/5/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
It’s hard to think about anyone other than Mark Harmon playing the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS.
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a recent feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
- 12/27/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
It’s hard to think about anyone other than Mark Harmon playing the role of Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS.
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a new feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
The 72-year-old actor played the iconic character on the Jag spinoff series for 19 seasons, becoming the second to last original series regular to depart the show.
In a new feature from The Hollywood Reporter on the long-running and hit CBS drama series, creators Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill, as well as several executives revealed that there were other names before Mark‘s who were mentioned for the part.
Head inside to see the 11 major stars who were once considered for the role of Gibbs on NCIS…...
- 12/9/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
NCIS has been on the air since 2003. In 2023, the directors, executive producers, and creators got together to discuss the long-lasting police procedural television series that fans know and love — and the truth about their personalities came out. One director said that co-creator Don Bellisario was so “volatile” that he almost didn’t work with him in NCIS.
Director James Whitmore said he initially refused to work with co-creator Don Bellisario on ‘NCIS’
NCIS executive producers and directors have a lot of opinions about co-creator Don Bellisario. Bellisario shaped the show into what it is today, and he was able to make tough decisions to create a riveting series with memorable characters. While the show couldn’t exist without Bellisario, he was known for being notoriously hard to work with. Director James Whitmore told The Hollywood Reporter that Bellisario’s “volatile” personality nearly made him not want to work on NCIS.
Director James Whitmore said he initially refused to work with co-creator Don Bellisario on ‘NCIS’
NCIS executive producers and directors have a lot of opinions about co-creator Don Bellisario. Bellisario shaped the show into what it is today, and he was able to make tough decisions to create a riveting series with memorable characters. While the show couldn’t exist without Bellisario, he was known for being notoriously hard to work with. Director James Whitmore told The Hollywood Reporter that Bellisario’s “volatile” personality nearly made him not want to work on NCIS.
- 11/24/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
While many families gather to watch the Thanksgiving parades, football games, and dog shows, sometimes you just want to binge a familiar classic. You may also want to relax after eating a huge meal and catch up with some of your favorite movies or television shows. Let’s see which shows and movies are having marathons on Thanksgiving Day this year. Everett Collection Hanks-giving: A Tom Hanks Marathon on Pluto TV If you’re a Tom Hanks fan, why not celebrate Turkey Day with a marathon of some of his best films? Enjoy Punchline, Forrest Gump, Catch Me if You Can, and Saving Private Ryan on the Pluto TV Icons channel. ‘NCIS’ & ‘Jag’ Marathon on Pluto TV Catch up on episodes of Jag and NCIS on the More TV Drama channel. ‘America’s Next Top Model’ Marathon on Pluto TV Watch supermodel Tyra Banks and her quest to find the best,...
- 11/21/2023
- TV Insider
Firefighters continue to battle a stubborn fire at a hangar at the former Tustin Air Base today where many film and TV series have been shot.
Fire crews responded after 1:30 a.m. and found massive flames ripping through the roof of the wooden building, according to the Orange County Fire Authority. Pieces of the roof were seen slowly falling to the ground as the fire continued to burn.
Tustin-Firefighters are on scene of the former Tustin Air Base for a hangar fire. pic.twitter.com/iMChxCjL1J
— Ocfa Pio (@OCFireAuthority) November 7, 2023
The fire is in a facility where hangars once housed blimps used in World War II. They stand 17 stories high, are over 1,000 feet long and 300 feet wide. They were, and still are, two of the largest wooden structures ever built, according to the website Tustin Hangars.
The historic hangars have been used in television and film productions, including Jag,...
Fire crews responded after 1:30 a.m. and found massive flames ripping through the roof of the wooden building, according to the Orange County Fire Authority. Pieces of the roof were seen slowly falling to the ground as the fire continued to burn.
Tustin-Firefighters are on scene of the former Tustin Air Base for a hangar fire. pic.twitter.com/iMChxCjL1J
— Ocfa Pio (@OCFireAuthority) November 7, 2023
The fire is in a facility where hangars once housed blimps used in World War II. They stand 17 stories high, are over 1,000 feet long and 300 feet wide. They were, and still are, two of the largest wooden structures ever built, according to the website Tustin Hangars.
The historic hangars have been used in television and film productions, including Jag,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Tom Tapp
- Deadline Film + TV
As someone who once served on a grand jury trial for several weeks in a row, allow me to be the first to inform the "Suits" fandom out there: real-life legal proceedings are usually boring, tedious, and mind-numbingly slow. Basically, they're everything that fictional legal dramas ought not to be, which is why countless movies and shows set in and around courtrooms -- from "Jag" and "NCIS" to "Better Call Saul" and, yes, "Suits" -- have had to resort to a little artistic license in order to punch up scripts and get viewers swept up in the action. That said, executive producer, writer, and series creator Aaron Korsh actually pulled the concept of the show straight from his own personal experience. After that, well, he relied on the imagination and creativity of his writing team to turn "Suits" into the sensation that it's become.
In a previous interview with Celeb Dirty Laundry,...
In a previous interview with Celeb Dirty Laundry,...
- 11/7/2023
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
Who knew that a Jag spinoff about investigating naval crimes would become one of the most popular and long-running shows on CBS? NCIS premiered in September 2003 and has been going strong ever since. However, the show has seen some big changes over the years, including several high-profile cast departures, as well as a subtle name change. Early on, NCIS had a slightly different title to avoid confusion with another popular show on the network.
‘NCIS’ was ‘pitched as ‘Law & Order’ in the Navy’ Gary Cole as FBI Special Agent Alden Parker in ‘NCIS’ | CBS via Getty Images
In the early 2000s, CBS decided to create a spinoff to the show, Jag, a legal drama about the navy’s judge advocates. The initial idea was to follow a format similar to NBC’s Law & Order. The first half of each episode would focus on the investigation of a crime. The...
‘NCIS’ was ‘pitched as ‘Law & Order’ in the Navy’ Gary Cole as FBI Special Agent Alden Parker in ‘NCIS’ | CBS via Getty Images
In the early 2000s, CBS decided to create a spinoff to the show, Jag, a legal drama about the navy’s judge advocates. The initial idea was to follow a format similar to NBC’s Law & Order. The first half of each episode would focus on the investigation of a crime. The...
- 11/5/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Peter White, who starred in ABC’s “All My Children” from 1974-1980 as Lincoln Tyler, has died at the age of 86. White’s death was confirmed by his costar Kathleen Noone to multiple news outlets.
In addition to the soap opera White also starred in the stage and film adaptations of “The Boys in the Band” as well as the drama series “Sisters.” He also made appearances on “Ally McBeal,” “The X-Files,” “The West Wing,” “Jag,” and more.
White was the third actor to take on the role of Tyler. After leaving the role in 1980, he returned for short stints in 1981, 1984, 1986, 1995, and 2005.
He joined the off-Broadway cast of “The Boys in the Band” in 1968 as Alan McCarthy. The play is about a group of gay men who are attending a birthday party in Manhattan; at the end of the play, it is unclear if White’s character is gay.
The...
In addition to the soap opera White also starred in the stage and film adaptations of “The Boys in the Band” as well as the drama series “Sisters.” He also made appearances on “Ally McBeal,” “The X-Files,” “The West Wing,” “Jag,” and more.
White was the third actor to take on the role of Tyler. After leaving the role in 1980, he returned for short stints in 1981, 1984, 1986, 1995, and 2005.
He joined the off-Broadway cast of “The Boys in the Band” in 1968 as Alan McCarthy. The play is about a group of gay men who are attending a birthday party in Manhattan; at the end of the play, it is unclear if White’s character is gay.
The...
- 11/4/2023
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Daytime Emmy-winning actor Tyler Christopher has died at age 50. The soap star known for his roles on General Hospital and Days of Our Lives experienced a cardiac event at his San Diego apartment, according to reports.
Tyler Christopher played Nikolas Cassadine on ‘General Hospital’ Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth) and Tyler Christopher (Nikolas) in a 2009 episode of ‘General Hospital.’ | Ron Tom/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital from 1996 to 2016. That performance won him a Daytime Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a drama series in 2016. He also played Stefan Dimera on Days of Our Lives from 2001 to 2019. His other work included roles in the ABC Family series The Lying Game and the movie Beyond the Lights. He also made appearances in Jag, CSI, Crossing Jordan, and The Twilight Zone.
Christopher’s former General Hospital co-star Maurice Benard shared the news of his death on Instagram.
Tyler Christopher played Nikolas Cassadine on ‘General Hospital’ Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth) and Tyler Christopher (Nikolas) in a 2009 episode of ‘General Hospital.’ | Ron Tom/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images
Christopher portrayed Nikolas Cassadine on General Hospital from 1996 to 2016. That performance won him a Daytime Emmy for outstanding lead actor in a drama series in 2016. He also played Stefan Dimera on Days of Our Lives from 2001 to 2019. His other work included roles in the ABC Family series The Lying Game and the movie Beyond the Lights. He also made appearances in Jag, CSI, Crossing Jordan, and The Twilight Zone.
Christopher’s former General Hospital co-star Maurice Benard shared the news of his death on Instagram.
- 11/1/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
NCIS has been going strong for two decades. But there have been a few times when it seemed like the show might not be able to continue, particularly when fan-favorite characters such as Abby Sciuto and Leroy Jethro Gibbs left the show. In fact, the departure of another key actor felt like a death knell for the long-running series, an NCIS insider recently revealed.
Michael Weatherly left ‘NCIS’ in 2016 Tony Dinozzo (Michael Weatherly) in ‘NCIS’ | Jace Downs/CBS via Getty Images
Michael Weatherly played Tony Dinozzo on NCIS. Dinozzo was a senior NCIS agent who was part of the team led by Gibbs (Mark Harmon). The character was introduced in a Jag episode that served as a backdoor pilot for NCIS and continued to appear through season 13. Dinozzo ultimately left the team in order to care for his daughter with fellow agent Ziva David (Cote de Pablo).
In reality, Weatherly...
Michael Weatherly left ‘NCIS’ in 2016 Tony Dinozzo (Michael Weatherly) in ‘NCIS’ | Jace Downs/CBS via Getty Images
Michael Weatherly played Tony Dinozzo on NCIS. Dinozzo was a senior NCIS agent who was part of the team led by Gibbs (Mark Harmon). The character was introduced in a Jag episode that served as a backdoor pilot for NCIS and continued to appear through season 13. Dinozzo ultimately left the team in order to care for his daughter with fellow agent Ziva David (Cote de Pablo).
In reality, Weatherly...
- 10/28/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
‘NCIS’ Creators Considered a Lot of A-list Actor to Play Gibbs — From Alec Baldwin to Patrick Swayze
Fans of NCIS eagerly await season 21 updates, as we can’t wait to find out when the beloved series returns. Unfortunately, we don’t anticipate Mark Harmon’s character, Leroy Jethro Gibbs, appearing. Harmon played Gibbs for 19 seasons before calling it quits. And before Harmon got the job, NCIS creators considered A-list stars to play Gibbs.
‘NCIS’ creators considered A-listers to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs instead of Mark Harmon
Mark Harmon wasn’t always who NCIS creators wanted to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, it was revealed that other A-list stars were considered for the role.
Charles Floyd Johnson, executive producer for Jag and NCIS, spoke about the casting challenges production initially faced. “I know Harrison Ford was a name that everybody thought about for Gibbs because he was so perfect,” Johnson told The Hollywood Reporter. “But, I don’t think it ever got further than,...
‘NCIS’ creators considered A-listers to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs instead of Mark Harmon
Mark Harmon wasn’t always who NCIS creators wanted to play Leroy Jethro Gibbs. While speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, it was revealed that other A-list stars were considered for the role.
Charles Floyd Johnson, executive producer for Jag and NCIS, spoke about the casting challenges production initially faced. “I know Harrison Ford was a name that everybody thought about for Gibbs because he was so perfect,” Johnson told The Hollywood Reporter. “But, I don’t think it ever got further than,...
- 10/28/2023
- by Lauren Weiler
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
The episode of Best Horror Movie You Never Saw covering The Kindred was Written by Andrew Hatfield, Edited by Paul Bookstaber, Narrated by Kier Gomes, Produced by John Fallon and Tyler Nichols, and Executive Produced by Berge Garabedian.
We toe the line sometimes here at JoBlo Horror Originals with what movies we discuss. Some things can qualify for multiple shows like a Black Sheep or a Deconstructing on the same movie. Sometimes there are enough behind the scenes shenanigans to give it a proper Wtf or maybe its adapted from a story. Not today, though. Today is something that reflects the true nature of this show. I know some viewers get bummed when they see some movies, even some of their favorite movies, get covered multiple times, so today’s hopefully different. I’m hoping that today will be a best horror movie that you never saw for most and...
We toe the line sometimes here at JoBlo Horror Originals with what movies we discuss. Some things can qualify for multiple shows like a Black Sheep or a Deconstructing on the same movie. Sometimes there are enough behind the scenes shenanigans to give it a proper Wtf or maybe its adapted from a story. Not today, though. Today is something that reflects the true nature of this show. I know some viewers get bummed when they see some movies, even some of their favorite movies, get covered multiple times, so today’s hopefully different. I’m hoping that today will be a best horror movie that you never saw for most and...
- 10/23/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
CBS’ long-standing NCIS got a thrilling update regarding when the upcoming Season 21 will be released on the air.
Originally developed as a spin-off from Jag, NCIS has run for a longer time than any other live-action scripted prime-time TV series outside of Law & Order and its spin-off, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
With over 450 episodes under its belt, the series now stars 20-year veteran Sean Murray along with Rocky Carroll, Gary Cole, Wilmer Valderrama, and others as the Naval Criminal Investigative Service continues its work across the globe.
Read full article on The Direct.
Originally developed as a spin-off from Jag, NCIS has run for a longer time than any other live-action scripted prime-time TV series outside of Law & Order and its spin-off, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.
With over 450 episodes under its belt, the series now stars 20-year veteran Sean Murray along with Rocky Carroll, Gary Cole, Wilmer Valderrama, and others as the Naval Criminal Investigative Service continues its work across the globe.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 10/11/2023
- by Richard Nebens
- The Direct
For two decades, NCIS has been keeping viewers entertained with its signature mix of humor and high-stakes drama. The CBS series about a team of agents with the Naval Criminal Investigative Service premiered in 2023 and is heading into its 21st season (just as soon as the cast can get back to work). It’s also spawned multiple spinoffs, including a first-ever international version, NCIS: Sydney, debuting later this year. But the show – and by extension, the entire NCIS universe – could have looked very different if the series creators initially envisioned came to fruition.
‘NCIS’ is a ‘Jag’ spinoff ‘Jag’ | Monty Brinton/CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images
Given how long NCIS has been airing, it’s easy to forget that it’s a spinoff of another long-running series.
Jag was a legal drama focusing on the lawyers working in the office of the Navy’s Judge Advocate General. It aired for 10 seasons,...
‘NCIS’ is a ‘Jag’ spinoff ‘Jag’ | Monty Brinton/CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images
Given how long NCIS has been airing, it’s easy to forget that it’s a spinoff of another long-running series.
Jag was a legal drama focusing on the lawyers working in the office of the Navy’s Judge Advocate General. It aired for 10 seasons,...
- 10/9/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
If there had never been “The Tracey Ullman Show,” there likely would never have been “The Simpsons.” Too, without “Happy Days,” then “Laverne and Shirley” and “Mork and Mindy” would never have seen the light of primetime. Television series spinoffs have been a thing going back to some the earliest days of the medium itself, when “The Honeymooners” premiered in 1955 after beginning life as a series of sketches on “The Jackie Gleason Show” a few years earlier. Thus was born the concept of introducing a character or characters on a show that prove so popular it’s decided they deserve their own series.
SEEHappy 30th anniversary! 30 greatest ‘Frasier’ episodes, ranked worst to best [Photos]
Sometimes, the strategy hasn’t worked out so brilliantly, such as when “Cheers” gave birth to “The Tortellis,” “M*A*S*H” to “AfterMASH” and “The Brady Bunch” to “The Brady Brides” (we’ll save the rest...
SEEHappy 30th anniversary! 30 greatest ‘Frasier’ episodes, ranked worst to best [Photos]
Sometimes, the strategy hasn’t worked out so brilliantly, such as when “Cheers” gave birth to “The Tortellis,” “M*A*S*H” to “AfterMASH” and “The Brady Bunch” to “The Brady Brides” (we’ll save the rest...
- 10/1/2023
- by Ray Richmond and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby
If there had never been “The Tracey Ullman Show,” there likely would never have been “The Simpsons.” Too, without “Happy Days,” then “Laverne and Shirley” and “Mork and Mindy” would never have seen the light of primetime. Television series spinoffs have been a thing going back to some the earliest days of the medium itself, when “The Honeymooners” premiered in 1955 after beginning life as a series of sketches on “The Jackie Gleason Show” a few years earlier. Thus was born the concept of introducing a character or characters on a show that prove so popular it’s decided they deserve their own series.
SEEHappy 30th anniversary! 30 greatest ‘Frasier’ episodes, ranked worst to best [Photos]
Sometimes, the strategy hasn’t worked out so brilliantly, such as when “Cheers” gave birth to “The Tortellis,” “M*A*S*H” to “AfterMASH” and “The Brady Bunch” to “The Brady Brides” (we’ll save the rest...
SEEHappy 30th anniversary! 30 greatest ‘Frasier’ episodes, ranked worst to best [Photos]
Sometimes, the strategy hasn’t worked out so brilliantly, such as when “Cheers” gave birth to “The Tortellis,” “M*A*S*H” to “AfterMASH” and “The Brady Bunch” to “The Brady Brides” (we’ll save the rest...
- 9/30/2023
- by Ray Richmond, Chris Beachum and Misty Holland
- Gold Derby
It’s always a blow when a fan-favorite actor leaves a beloved show. Loyal viewers are likely to speculate about the real reasons for a cast member’s departure. Add in reports of behind-the-scenes workplace drama, and the situation becomes even more intriguing. Take CBS’s mega-hit NCIS. The long-running show has seen several major stars exit over its 20-season run. But none has generated as many headlines as Abby Sciuto actor Pauley Perrette’s 2017 decision not to return to the procedural drama.
Pauley Perrette had concerns about ‘NCIS’ co-star Mark Harmon’s dog Pauley Perrette and Wilmer Valderrama in ‘NCIS’ | Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2016 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Several NCIS insiders recently chatted with The Hollywood Reporter for an oral history of the Jag spinoff. Along with revelations about the surprising actors who were considered for the show – including Andrew McCarthy and Jennifer Aniston – were some fresh insights about several high-profile cast changes.
Pauley Perrette had concerns about ‘NCIS’ co-star Mark Harmon’s dog Pauley Perrette and Wilmer Valderrama in ‘NCIS’ | Bill Inoshita/CBS ©2016 CBS Broadcasting, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Several NCIS insiders recently chatted with The Hollywood Reporter for an oral history of the Jag spinoff. Along with revelations about the surprising actors who were considered for the show – including Andrew McCarthy and Jennifer Aniston – were some fresh insights about several high-profile cast changes.
- 9/25/2023
- by Megan Elliott
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Although NCIS was well-liked from the get-go, not even an elite investigation could have foreseen the show becoming a hit that would span decades and launch a franchise.
It began in spring 2003 as a backdoor pilot for CBS’ sturdy military-law procedural Jag. Co-created by Jag mastermind Donald P. Bellisario (Magnum, P.I., Quantum Leap) and Don McGill (Numbers, CSI), NCIS follows special agents from D.C.’s Naval Criminal Investigative Service, led by Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. The show’s initial core cast included Michael Weatherly (Tony Dinozzo), Sasha Alexander (Caitlin Todd), Pauley Perrette (Abby Sciuto) and David McCallum (Ducky Mallard). Twenty years later, the series continues to thrive, as it stands as CBS’ No. 1 broadcast drama for five straight seasons and has launched four spinoffs, with the first international entry, NCIS: Sydney, debuting this fall on the network.
In celebration of the series’ premiere on Sept. 23, 2003, The Hollywood Reporter...
It began in spring 2003 as a backdoor pilot for CBS’ sturdy military-law procedural Jag. Co-created by Jag mastermind Donald P. Bellisario (Magnum, P.I., Quantum Leap) and Don McGill (Numbers, CSI), NCIS follows special agents from D.C.’s Naval Criminal Investigative Service, led by Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs. The show’s initial core cast included Michael Weatherly (Tony Dinozzo), Sasha Alexander (Caitlin Todd), Pauley Perrette (Abby Sciuto) and David McCallum (Ducky Mallard). Twenty years later, the series continues to thrive, as it stands as CBS’ No. 1 broadcast drama for five straight seasons and has launched four spinoffs, with the first international entry, NCIS: Sydney, debuting this fall on the network.
In celebration of the series’ premiere on Sept. 23, 2003, The Hollywood Reporter...
- 9/25/2023
- by Ryan Gajewski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The original NCIS team almost looked quite different.
In a very fun THR.com oral history that marks the well-watched Jag offshoot’s 20th anniversary, assorted NCIS vets let loose about who else had been eyeballed back in the day for the roles of Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Caitlin Todd and Ducky.
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Harrison Ford...
In a very fun THR.com oral history that marks the well-watched Jag offshoot’s 20th anniversary, assorted NCIS vets let loose about who else had been eyeballed back in the day for the roles of Leroy Jethro Gibbs, Caitlin Todd and Ducky.
More from TVLineThe King of Queens' Kevin James and Leah Remini Mark CBS Comedy's 25th Anniversary, Remember the Late Jerry StillerBig Brother Recap: Who Went Home in the Season's First Double Eviction? And Will They Stay Gone?NCIS: Sydney Gets New Premiere Date, Time Slot at CBS
Harrison Ford...
- 9/22/2023
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
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