Because the “NCIS” franchise celebrates a exceptional milestone of 1,000 episodes, “NCIS” star Wilmer Valderrama mentioned the present’s consistency in delivering gripping storylines is why it has survived the check of time.
The present and its spinoffs, famend for its thrilling investigations and devoted groups, has grow to be a cornerstone of tv drama. Valderrama mentioned the foundational work laid by the unique “NCIS” solid, significantly actor Mark Harmon, was instrumental in transitioning “NCIS” from a few episodes on the basic CBS drama “JAG” to a standalone hit.
“I imply, it is loopy to be on the tail finish of that, you realize, the final half of that, proper? You bought to sort of pay tribute to the unique solid who began this factor,” mentioned Valderrama. “A thousand episodes later, and it isn’t slowing down.”
Within the 1,000th episode, the entire NCIS household is below assault. Valderrama’s character, particular agent Nick Torres, performs a vital function on this landmark episode, a testomony to the present’s core of defending those that serve.
“This present grew to become actually a tribute to the women and men who put on that uniform,” mentioned Valderrama.
Along with the “NCIS” milestone, Valderrama wrote a brand new memoir, “An American Story,” which explores his journey to success and the sacrifices made by his household.
“Here is two issues that you just hardly ever do whenever you grow to be an grownup: you relive your days as a child and notice the planning and energy that really made your present life doable,” he mirrored. “Reliving your mother and father sacrifice as an grownup is one thing we have by no means took pause and regarded again to. After I noticed like the whole lot my mom went by … reliving that sacrifice made me actually humbled. What it took to get me to the place I’m.”
The memoir, which shall be launched on Sept. 17, pays tribute to the conclusion of his desires towards all odds.
Followers can catch the milestone episode of “NCIS” on Monday, April 15, on CBS and Paramount+.
