Daniela Ruah, famed for her role as Kensi Blye on NCIS: Los Angeles, faced insecurities at the start of her acting journey over two decades ago. Despite initial fears of rejection, she found national television success in 2009 with NCIS: Los Angeles. Before joining the CBS drama, she starred in Portuguese television, notably in the soap opera Jardins Proibidos. Reflecting on her soap opera experiences during The Wayne Ayers Podcast, Ruah candidly discussed the challenges she encountered, offering valuable advice for aspiring actors. She emphasized the importance of professionalism, punctuality, and setting boundaries to prioritize well-being. Ruah acknowledged the industry’s demanding nature, urging individuals to discern their comfort levels. Although NCIS: Los Angeles concluded its 14-season run, Ruah remains active, recently appearing in the Netflix Portuguese series Turn of the Tide.