Cote de Pablo and Michael Weatherly’s Exits from NCIS: The Inside Story
The departures of Cote de Pablo and Michael Weatherly from NCIS sparked widespread speculation and discussion among fans about their reasons for leaving and the possibility of spin-offs or returns.
Cote de Pablo, who portrayed Ziva David for eight seasons, was reportedly earning $120,000 per episode, which was less than some of her co-stars. De Pablo’s decision to leave stemmed from dissatisfaction with the direction of her character’s storyline and a desire for more respect and recognition for her role, despite her significant impact on the show. Her estimated net worth is $6 million.
Michael Weatherly, who played Anthony DiNozzo for 13 seasons, was earning approximately $250,000 per episode. Weatherly’s departure was motivated by a desire for new creative challenges and was reportedly influenced by de Pablo’s exit. His net worth is estimated at $25 million.
While rumors of spin-offs or returns for both actors continue to circulate, no official plans have been announced. As NCIS moves forward, fans continue to reflect on the contributions of de Pablo and Weatherly and the complexities of actor salaries in television.
