The drama behind the scenes of NCIS has long been whispered about, but one of the show’s most iconic stars has finally opened up — and fans are stunned. Speaking candidly in a recent interview, the unnamed cast member admitted, “I do wish it hadn’t ended the way it did,” referring to a tense feud with Mark Harmon that reportedly led to their early exit from the series.

Though no names were directly mentioned, many believe the comments point to Pauley Perrette, who played the fan-favorite Abby Sciuto. Her departure from NCIS was sudden, and rumors quickly spread about a fallout with Harmon after an alleged on-set incident involving his dog. The silence between the two only fueled the speculation, and now, with this statement, the pieces seem to be falling into place.

“I loved the cast, the crew, the fans… but some things just break you,” the star added. The quote has reopened old wounds among longtime viewers who still miss the character deeply. Whether reconciliation is possible remains unknown, but for many, the regret in those words speaks volumes. Fans are now demanding answers — and maybe even a reunion.