Fans were caught off guard by Michael Weatherly’s exit from NCIS during Season 13, but he has been open about his decision to leave. Following Cote de Pablo’s departure in Season 11, Weatherly started pondering his own exit, aiming for a smoother transition. He cited exhaustion from the grueling 22-episode seasons and a yearning for a fresh challenge as driving factors behind his departure.
Weatherly’s departure allowed him to pursue other opportunities, such as his lead role in CBS’s courtroom drama Bull. Despite leaving, Weatherly hasn’t ruled out a return to NCIS, expressing readiness to reprise his role as Tony DiNozzo when the time is right. Whether he’ll return in season 18 remains uncertain, leaving fans eager for any developments.
NCIS: Why did Michael Weatherly really leave NCIS?
