NCIS season 23 finale to feature Kayla Vance's return

May 06, 2026

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Naomi Grace returns as Leon Vance's daughter Kayla in the upcoming NCIS season 23 finale. The episode, scheduled to air next Tuesday, centers on the team processing Vance's death while investigating a new explosion.

The season 23 finale airs at 8 p.m. on CBS on May 12. In an exclusive sneak peek, Kayla opens up to Jess about missing her father and the boxing workouts they once shared. She notes she has not returned to the gym since his death. Jess, whose own father was an NCIS agent, reflects on the challenges of living in a parent's shadow, asking whether one is honoring a legacy or trying to outrun it.

NCIS honors Director Leon Vance in season 23 tribute

The latest episode of NCIS featured an emotional tribute to Director Leon Vance following Rocky Carroll's departure from the series. The team gathered in Vance's office for a whiskey toast after solving a case involving ill Navy sailors. Parker led the remembrance, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting their fallen leader.

NCIS airs 500th episode with director Vance's death

March 25, 2026 Reported by AI

The long-running CBS procedural NCIS marked its 500th episode on Tuesday with a major plot twist: Director Leon Vance died saving the agency from shutdown. The installment featured numerous Easter eggs referencing the show's history, including nods to past characters and cases. Rocky Carroll, who has portrayed Vance since 2008, discussed the storyline in an interview.

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NCIS cast and showrunner address Nick-Jess romance possibility

Stars of CBS's NCIS discussed the potential for a romance between agents Nick and Jess following a tense episode where they huddled for warmth in a cave. Wilmer Valderrama and Katrina Law shared thoughts on the red carpet at CBS Fest in Los Angeles, while showrunner Steven D. Binder emphasized the authenticity of the characters' feelings. The storyline remains open-ended amid complicated personal histories.

NCIS cast shares favorite episodes ahead of 500th

March 23, 2026 Reported by AI

The long-running CBS procedural NCIS airs its 500th episode on Tuesday at 8 p.m. At a recent celebration for the milestone, TVLine spoke with cast members and showrunner Steven D. Binder about their most memorable episodes to film.

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