Michael Weatherly Talks DiNozzo's Return, Tony And Ziva 'Connection'
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Key Points:
- Michael Weatherly is set to return as Tony DiNozzo on "NCIS" for a season-long arc in Season 24, airing this fall on CBS.
- Weatherly emphasized respecting the evolution of the show since his departure 10 years ago and integrating his character into the current storyline.
- The events from the canceled Paramount+ spin-off "NCIS: Tony & Ziva," which featured Tony and Ziva co-parenting their daughter Tali, will be considered canon and incorporated into the main series.
- Weatherly originally played Tony DiNozzo for 13 seasons before leaving in Season 13 to focus on family, with a brief return in Season 21 for a funeral episode.
- Fans can expect an exciting return that honors both the legacy of Tony's character and the show's ongoing success.
