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\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n Longtime NCIS<\/strong><\/a><\/em> actor David McCallum<\/strong><\/a> sadly passed away in September 2023 and his character Ducky will be written off the long-running CBS series when it returns soon.<\/p>\n The 21st season of NCIS<\/em> premieres on February 12 and a tribute episode for Ducky will air during episode two of the season on February 19.<\/p>\n CBS has revealed the official synopsis of the episode and writers are speaking out about how they will address McCallum<\/strong>\u2018s death. The network also released a gallery full of photos from the episode, which you can see here. <\/p>\n Keep reading to find out more\u2026<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n In the episode, \u201cAs NCIS mourns the loss of Ducky, the agents find comfort in working on one of his unfinished cases involving a woman whose father was dishonorably discharged from the Marines.\u201d<\/p>\n Brian Dietzen<\/strong><\/a>, who plays Ducky\u2019s protege Jimmy, co-wrote the episode.<\/p>\n NCIS <\/em>co-showrunners and executive producers Steven D. Binder<\/strong> and David North<\/strong> told TVLine<\/a>, \u201cEveryone at NCIS <\/em>felt it was important to do an episode that honors such a legendary actor, not to mention a dear friend. In the episode, the team will learn of Ducky\u2019s passing and reflect on their memories of him as they grieve. And true to Ducky\u2019s meticulous and compassionate nature, even after he\u2019s gone, he still manages to solve one last crime with the team.\u201d<\/p>\n They added, \u201cThere will also be a very touching and special moment you won\u2019t want to miss.\u201d<\/p>\n See which cast members are returning<\/a> for the upcoming 21st season. <\/p>\n <\/span><\/p><\/div>\n