Fans were taken aback when Cote de Pablo, well known for her role as Ziva David on NCIS, abruptly quit the show in 2013. Despite years of silence surrounding her departure, tales circulated of a violent clash with co-star Pauley Perrette.

De Pablo’s return in Season 17 reignited interest in her sudden exit, but she remained tight-lipped, simply stating it was a “personal decision.” Perrette, who played Abby Sciuto, initially gave a diplomatic response, insisting there was no drama among the cast. However, her cryptic “I love my job” t-shirt and tweet fueled the rumor mill further.

The speculation reached a fever pitch, with fans split and even arguing on social media. There were reports that de Pablo personally intervened to stop Perrette’s tweets. Despite the turmoil, neither celebrity has verified the rumors.

While the truth remains elusive, the saga of NCIS’s behind-the-scenes drama continues to captivate fans, leaving them eager for answers.