{"id":1041,"date":"2024-12-15T15:28:22","date_gmt":"2024-12-15T15:28:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=1041"},"modified":"2024-12-15T15:28:22","modified_gmt":"2024-12-15T15:28:22","slug":"how-ncis-said-goodbye-to-david-mccallum-and-the-surprise-guest-who-showed-up-to-pay-last-respects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=1041","title":{"rendered":"How \u2018NCIS\u2019 Said Goodbye To David McCallum (And The Surprise Guest Who Showed Up To Pay Last Respects)"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a moving tribute, NCIS paid homage to David McCallum\u2019s beloved character, Donald \u201cDucky\u201d Mallard, in Monday\u2019s episode following the actor\u2019s passing on September 25 at the age of 90.<\/p>\n

As anticipated, the episode titled \u201cThe Stories We Leave Behind\u201d began with Jimmy Palmer (Brian Dietzen, who co-wrote the episode) discovering Ducky\u2019s lifeless body in his home, dressed in his signature monogrammed pajamas, with his faithful corgi by his side.<\/p>\n

Reflecting on Ducky\u2019s passing, Timothy McGee (Sean Murray) remarked at NCIS headquarters that quietly departing in one\u2019s sleep isn\u2019t the worst fate. Director Leon Vance (Rocky Carroll) emphasized Ducky\u2019s fulfilling life and expressed a desire to celebrate it.<\/p>\n

True to Vance\u2019s sentiment, the episode featured nostalgic flashbacks from previous seasons, echoing Ducky\u2019s poignant assertion that \u201cwe all die twice; when our bodies give out, and again when our stories stop being told.\u201d Viewers were taken on a journey through memorable moments, including interactions between Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon), Tony DiNozzo (Michael Weatherly), Ziva David (Cote de Pablo), Abby Sciuto (Pauley Perrette), and Gibbs.<\/p>\n

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Amidst the reminiscing, the team delved into a new case involving soldier Danny, whose reputation was tarnished by ambitious councilman Allan Berger. Suspecting foul play, the team uncovered a web of deceit and corruption, ultimately clearing Danny\u2019s name and honoring his memory with justice.<\/p>\n

As the case concluded, the team gathered for Ducky\u2019s memorial. In a touching gesture, DiNozzo presented Palmer with a symbolic gift \u2014 a bowtie reminiscent of Ducky\u2019s lab attire, symbolizing their enduring friendship.<\/p>\n

The episode ended with a heartfelt title card honoring McCallum\u2019s memory, reflecting on his profound impact on the show: \u201cIn memory of our dear friend and colleague David McCallum. We will miss you.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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