NCIS: Hawai’i fans were hit with a heavy blow as CBS announced the cancellation of the series on Friday. The news was met with an outpouring of emotions from cast members and creators alike on social media.
Tori Anderson, known for her role as FBI agent Kate Whistler, expressed her difficulty in processing the cancellation, thanking the crew and fans for their support. She highlighted the significance of the show’s representation, particularly the inclusion of LGBTQ character Lucy Tara (portrayed by Yasmine Al-Bustami) and the groundbreaking female lead, Special Agent in Charge Jane Tennant, played by Vanessa Lachey.
Noah Mills, who portrayed Jesse Boone, shared his gratitude for the experience on the show, emphasizing the impact of working with an amazing team on the island of Oahu, Hawaii.
Jason Antoon, who played cyber intelligence specialist Ernie, echoed the sentiment of gratitude while acknowledging the challenges of the industry. He also expressed love and appreciation for the cast and crew.
Christopher Silber and Matt Bosack, co-creators of the series, reflected on the journey of creating the show and the sense of family it fostered among the cast and crew. They expressed pride in the stories told over the three seasons and thanked the fans for their support.
The cancellation of NCIS: Hawai’i marks the end of an era for the series, but the impact it made on representation and storytelling will be remembered by fans. As the NCIS franchise continues to expand with new projects, including the “Young Gibbs” prequel NCIS: Origins and a Tony/Ziva-centric offshoot, the legacy of NCIS: Hawai’i will live on in the hearts of its dedicated audience.