{"id":4348,"date":"2026-04-05T17:54:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-05T17:54:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=4348"},"modified":"2026-04-05T17:54:29","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T17:54:29","slug":"is-this-why-maria-bello-left-ncis-heres-what-we-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ncisnews.com\/?p=4348","title":{"rendered":"Is This Why Maria Bello Left NCIS? Here\u2019s What We Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

NCIS says goodbye to Maria Bello\u2019s role, Special Agent Jacqueline \u201cJack\u201d Sloane, after three years. The 18th season opener drew an impressive 10 million viewers, signifying another success for the long-running series. Bello\u2019s departure joins the show\u2019s list of dramatic exits, which includes Pauley Perrette and Lauren Holly.<\/p>\n

Her exit wasn\u2019t due to any scandal or controversy, but rather her contractual commitment coming to an end, according to Good Housekeeping. Bello took to Instagram on her final filming day to express gratitude for her time on the show, praising the NCIS team as a remarkably kind and generous group.<\/p>\n

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In an Instagram post, Bello thanked viewers for their support over the show\u2019s outstanding 18-year run, expressing hope for many more years. NCIS continues to captivate audiences across the world with its unique blend of action, drama, humor, and romance.<\/p>\n

Maria Bello is Working on Other Projects.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Maria Bello, renowned for her role in Coyote Ugly, is embarking on thrilling projects beyond the screen. She\u2019s diving into writing and producing \u201cThe Woman King,\u201d a riveting tale of 5,000 female warriors in Dahomey, Africa, dubbed a \u201cfemale Braveheart.\u201d Teasing a new initiative on Instagram, alongside @lolosilvera and @dominiquecrenn, Bello aims to spotlight impactful women through adventure travel and women\u2019s history, starting with a pilot project in Haiti. As the US Global Ambassador for Women of Haiti, Haiti holds a special place in Bello\u2019s heart, where she\u2019s dedicated to amplifying voices and sharing their inspiring stories with the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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