NCIS will give a final farewell to the late David McCallum in a special tribute episode planned for February 19 on CBS. The episode will explain the absence of Dr.
Donald “Ducky” Mallard in an episode co-written by Brian Dietzen, who plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer on the drama, TVLine reports. Executive Producer Scott Williams also helped to pen the episode.
Everyone at NCIS felt it was important to do an episode that honors such a legendary actor, not to mention a dear friend,” said NCIS co-showrunners/executive producers Steven D.
Binder and David North in statement given to TVLine. “In the episode, the team will learn of Ducky’s passing and reflect on their memories of him as they grieve.
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