Season 23 of NCIS is officially on the way \u2014 but nothing is the same after the heartbreaking, unexpected death that left fans devastated and the team forever changed. Now the biggest question sweeping the fandom is: who is coming back\u2026 and who isn\u2019t?<\/p>\n
Sources close to the production reveal that several beloved cast members are returning, determined to carry the story forward after the tragedy. But for the first time in years, a few familiar faces may not be joining the new season \u2014 whether due to storyline shifts, emotional exits, or shocking creative decisions behind the scenes.<\/p>\n
Whispers suggest that the loss will reshape team dynamics, reopen old wounds, and push certain characters toward their most intense arcs yet. Meanwhile, the absence of some long-time favorites has fans speculating whether this is the beginning of a massive cast shake-up\u2026 or a carefully planned mystery setting up something even bigger.<\/p>\n
Season 23 promises heartbreak, reunions, and unexpected twists \u2014 all tied to the fallout of the character death fans are still struggling to accept.<\/p>\n
—<\/p>\n
Fan Question:<\/p>\n
Which character are you most hoping returns for Season 23?
\nAnd which absence would break your heart the most?<\/p>\n
Share your thoughts \u2014 the NCIS fandom is buzzing. \ud83d\udcac\ud83d\udd25<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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