**Michael Weatherly Signs with Verve for Representation**
Variety has exclusively learned that Michael Weatherly, best known for his iconic role on the long-running CBS procedural “NCIS,” has signed with Verve for representation. This move adds to Weatherly’s existing representation by Anonymous Content and McKuin Frankel.
Weatherly portrayed Special Agent Tony DiNozzo on “NCIS” for 13 seasons, captivating audiences with his charm and wit. Although he departed the show in 2016, he made a special guest appearance in the recent 21st season. Excitement surrounds Weatherly’s return to the NCIS universe, as he is set to reprise his role in a new spinoff series currently in development at Paramount+. In this groundbreaking streaming exclusive, Weatherly will reunite with Cote de Pablo, who portrayed Special Agent Ziva David. Both stars will also serve as executive producers on the series.
The spinoff’s official description reveals an intriguing premise: Tony and Ziva, now raising their daughter Tali together, must navigate a dangerous journey across Europe after Tony’s security company is attacked. As they face unknown adversaries, they must also confront their past and rebuild trust to secure their unconventional happily ever after.
Beyond “NCIS,” Weatherly has left his mark on television with his lead role in the CBS legal drama “Bull.” In this series, loosely inspired by Dr. Phil McGraw’s early career, Weatherly portrayed Dr. Jason Bull, a psychologist and head of a jury consulting firm in New York. He also served as a producer on the show.
Weatherly’s diverse career has included roles in various TV shows like “Dark Angel” and the soap opera “Loving,” as well as appearances in films such as “Meet Wally Sparks” alongside Rodney Dangerfield. With his talent and versatility, Weatherly continues to captivate audiences across different genres and platforms.
