“Fornell, a standout recurring guest star on NCIS, initially joined as an FBI agent alongside Mark Harmon’s Leroy Jethro Gibbs and his squad. Their friendship deepened through various tragedies, making it unfortunate that Fornell couldn’t bid a proper farewell when Gibbs retired. The question arises: Will Fornell’s involvement in Vance’s predicament in NCIS Season 21 lead to Gibbs’ return to DC, especially considering Gibbs’ absence in Ducky’s farewell episode?”
Given that Fornell has long since departed the force, it’s unclear how he is connected to Vance’s case.
“With Fornell no longer part of the force, his role in Vance’s case raises questions about the connection. Yet, his FBI ties could play a crucial role, potentially filling in for Gibbs if Harmon is absent. Beyond the old team commander, other characters might also play a part. Michael Weatherly’s recent return as Tony DiNozzo hints at more surprises, with speculation that Cote de Pablo’s Ziva David could join the mix in upcoming appearances.”
“With NCIS’s 1000th episode featuring all its popular spinoffs, a nod to the series’ roots becomes essential. It’s fitting that the milestone episode stars an original cast member. Notably, Tim McGee and Jimmy Palmer joined in the first season but weren’t part of the initial cast, leaving CBS with only Harmon, Weatherly, and Pauley Perrette (Abby Sciuto) as viable options to represent the show’s inception.”
