Dark Secrets The Cast Of NCIS Tried To Hide

CIS, the long-running naval crime drama, has faced its share of off-screen turmoil despite its on-screen success. Actress Pauley Perrette’s departure in 2018, amidst hints of a toxic work environment, raised eyebrows, while Sasha Alexander’s exit earlier in the show’s run was attributed to grueling work hours. Clash between showrunner Don Bellisario and star Mark Harmon also made headlines, leading to Bellisario’s departure.

Cote de Pablo’s abrupt exit shocked fans, and reports suggested her dissatisfaction with the character’s treatment. Perrette also faced a terrifying incident of assault in 2015. Michael Weatherly’s DUI arrest and subsequent departure from the show added to the off-screen drama.

Wilmer Valderrama’s publicized dating life and some controversial incidents clouded his image, while Perrette’s personal struggles, including allegations of abuse in her marriage, made headlines. David McCallum endured personal tragedy with his son’s drug overdose, and Mark Harmon’s custody battle during the 1980s strained family relations.

Jennifer Esposito’s brief marriage to Bradley Cooper ended tumultuously, and actor Henry Duane’s journey from homelessness to NCIS added a layer of complexity to the cast’s backgrounds. Additionally, Michael Weatherly faced sexual harassment allegations in 2018, impacting his involvement in another show, Bull.