Hey there, fellow NCIS fans! Let's talk about something that’s been on everyone's mind. Season 15 of NCIS is just around the corner, set to premiere this fall on CBS. While we're excited to see familiar faces like Joe Spano as FBI Special Agent Tobias C. Fornell and Robert Wagner Jr. as Anthony DiNozzo Sr., the question on everyone's lips is: Could Michael Weatherly reprise his iconic role as Senior Special Agent Tony DiNozzo? Let's dive in and explore the possibilities, shall we?

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Michael Weatherly’s Farewell: A Heartfelt Goodbye

Now, let's take a trip down memory lane. Back in January 2016, CBS dropped a bombshell that crushed the hearts of NCIS fans worldwide. Michael Weatherly, the beloved actor behind Tony DiNozzo, was leaving the show after an incredible 13 seasons. In a statement, CBS expressed their gratitude: “After 13 years on NCIS, Michael Weatherly is leaving the show at the end of this season. He is a valued part of the CBS family, and the immense charm and talent he brings to the screen as ‘Very’ Special Agent Tony DiNozzo has helped make NCIS what it is today — the No. 1 drama in the world.”

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Michael Weatherly's Final Words: A Note to Fans

Not long after CBS announced the news, Michael took to Twitter to share a heartfelt farewell message. “DiNozzo is a wonderful, quixotic character and I couldn’t have had more fun playing him over the past 13 seasons,” he wrote. “I will miss the amazing crew and cast, who are like family to me, and to the fans all over the world — THANK YOU, it’s been a fantastic ride!” His words resonated deeply with fans who had grown to love Tony DiNozzo as much as Michael himself did.

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Could Tony Make a Comeback? Michael Weatherly Weighs In

After leaving NCIS to star in CBS’s Bull, Michael hasn’t ruled out a return to the world of NCIS. In an interview with Digital Spy earlier this year, he opened up about the possibility of revisiting the beloved character. “I absolutely see worlds where DiNozzo and other characters could pop up again,” he said. “It’s something I’m very keen to explore when the timing is right.” Fans are hopeful that Michael’s words mean a reunion with Tony DiNozzo might be closer than we think.