Mark Harmon’s only request before his final ‘NCIS’ episode was for it not to be dramatic

Mark Harmon, known for playing Leroy Jethro Gibbs on *NCIS*, left the show in October after 423 episodes. His exit surprised fans, as Harmon requested the network not promote it, believing it was “crucial—especially with social media—that any hint of a twist be omitted.”

Born in Burbank, California, on September 2, 1951, Harmon initially pursued football but was inspired to act after spending time with Ricky Nelson’s family. Reflecting on his career shift, Harmon said, “That changed my course.”

Harmon joined *NCIS* in 2003, and the show became a global hit. Despite its success, he stayed grounded, saying, “It’s hard to walk through airports without being surrounded by people who love the show.”

Harmon’s decision to step back was driven by a desire to spend more time with his family, noting, “No job is worth missing life’s important moments.” While his *NCIS* future remains open, showrunner Steven D. Binder said, “Never count Leroy Jethro Gibbs out.”

Harmon now focuses on projects through his production company but mentioned his passion for carpentry: “I still enjoy [carpentry]… that’s probably what I would have been trying to do had I not been [acting].”

VS

Related Posts

Adding peanuts to Coca-cola is apparently the hottest new Southern food trend

What is the weirdest food trend or hack that you have heard? Social media has allowed us to share different food hacks and trends. In just a…

Mullein Uses and Plant Monograph

I love watching my garden wake up in the early morning hours of the summer. As the sun readies itself to crest the eastern ridge, birds and…

My Uncle Gave Me a Rusty Bike ‘As a Gift’ on My Birthday – When He Saw What I Did with It, He Claimed I Owe Him $3,000

A surprise birthday gift from an indifferent uncle led to an unexpected windfall and a family dispute. When the author received a rusty old bike as a…

87-Year-Old Man Returns Home from Hospital, Sees His Stuff Had Been Taken Out of the House

When Chris Harvey was hospitalized, his daughter sent her son, Peter, to check on him and make sure his house was ready for him to return. But…

Roller Skating and Skate Keys: A Nostalgic Blast from the Past

Roller skating has been a beloved pastime enjoyed by generations of kids and adults alike. It’s hard to believe that the first use of roller skates was…

I Caught My Daughter’s Fiancé Cheating the Day Before the Wedding — He Didn’t Expect What I’d Do Next

The day before Marissa’s wedding, while I was out running last-minute errands, I stopped for a coffee and saw her fiancé, Stefan, sharing a kiss with another…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *