'NCIS' Pays Tribute to David McCallum with Surprise Guest Appearance

In a recent episode of NCIS, the team bid farewell to Dr. Donald "Ducky" Mallard in a touching tribute to the late David McCallum, who portrayed the character. The episode featured a surprise return of Tony DiNozzo, played by Michael Weatherly, who comforted Jimmy Palmer, played by Brian Dietzen. Dietzen, who co-wrote the episode, expressed the emotional significance of crafting the storyline and selecting clips that represented memories of Ducky. The episode served as a heartfelt tribute to McCallum and his character, with the cast and crew sharing stories and memories of their time working alongside him.