After Pauley Perrette left NCIS in 2018 and hung up her character Abby Sciuto, several claims began rising up about why she departed from the drama

During her run on NCIS, actress Pauley Perrette delivered a captivating performance when she portrayed the beloved forensic expert Abby Sciuto.

Pauley starred alongside other talented actors, such as fellow NCIS star Mark Harmon, on the program for 15 seasons before she unexpectedly departed. Her leave had many fans speculating if Mark had anything to do with her decision to quit.

After she exited NCIS in 2018, her character Abby left the team after character Clay’s death, several claims began coming up about why she was out.

Eventually, Pauley became fed up with all of the rumors, and set the record straight on social media. She explained that all of the media’s “total lies” about her had her clearing the air.

When Pauley left NCIS, fans speculated that she departed because of co-star Mark Harmon

Pauley’s first X posts revealed how she initially didn’t delve into her exit in an attempt to protect the NCIS crew, jobs, and other people. However, she then realized that her silence possibly wasn’t helping the situation, and so she shared exactly what prompted her to leave.

“There is a ‘machine’ keeping me silent, and feeding FALSE stories about me. A very rich, very powerful publicity ‘machine’. No morals, no obligation to truth, and I’m just left here, reading the lies, trying to protect my crew. Trying to remain calm. He did it,” she wrote.

In a follow-up tweet, she further hinted at all of the hardships she had to endure while on the show, noting: “I’ve been supporting ant-bullying programs forever. But now I KNOW because it was ME! If it’s school or work, that you’re required to go to? It’s horrifying. I left. Multiple Physical Assaults. I REALLY get it now. Stay safe. Nothing is worth your safety. Tell someone.”

Pauley’s tweets caught the attention of CBS Television Studios, causing them to tell E! News: “Pauley Perrette had a terrific run on NCIS and we are all going to miss her. Over a year ago, Pauley came to us with a workplace concern. We took the matter seriously and worked with her to find a resolution. We are committed to a safe work environment on all our shows.“ Harmon has not commented on the tension.

Another X post from 2019 from Pauley that has resurfaced has seemed to confirm their feud was cemented.

“NO I AM NOT COMING BACK! EVER! (Please stop asking?) I am terrified of Harmon and him attacking me. I have nightmares about it. I have a new show that is SAFE AND HAPPY! You’ll love it! #HappyPlace Love y’all!,” she penned.

The Mirror reached out to Mark’s rep for comment.