‘NCIS’ Says Goodbye to Leroy Jethro Gibbs & Mark Harmon After 19 Seasons
Spoiler Alert
[Warning: The below contains MAJOR spoilers for NCIS Season 19 Episode 4 “Great Wide Open.”]
NCIS just aired the biggest episode of the series, answering the question fans have been wondering about all summer: How much is Mark Harmon going to be in Season 19?
In “Great Wide Open,” Gibbs (Harmon) and McGee (Sean Murray) head to Alaska as part of the investigation into the company that hired hitman Paul Lemere (Jason Wiles), Sonova, to take out anyone who could block them building a copper mine. With their work there and the others on the case back home, they find proof that Sonova’s CEO Sonia Eberhart (Valarie Pettiford) is behind it, working with the husband of one of the victims (he was in it for the money). But to McGee’s surprise, Gibbs drops a bombshell on him as he readies to head home: He’s not going with him. He does’t want his badge back. Gibbs stays in Alaska! Mark Harmon just left NCIS!
“As an executive producer and dear friend, Mark continues to be an integral part of the fabric of the show,” executive producer and showrunner Steven D. Binder said in a statement. “Our north star has always been staying true to our characters, and that truth has always guided the stories we tell and where those characters go. So regarding the future of Gibbs, as long-time fans of the show may have noticed over the years…never count Leroy Jethro Gibbs out.”
Gibbs’ exit is foreshadowed pretty much from the first scene of the episode. When FBI Special Agent Parker (Gary Cole) leads a team into Gibbs’ house to arrest him (for stealing a government vehicle and kidnapping a suspect who later died under mysterious circumstances), he sees the giant hole in a wall in the basement. “Something tells me he’s not coming back,” he says. (Parker later listens to McGee’s pleas to not arrest Gibbs and is fired for his actions since his boss wanted the suspended agent to pay for his actions. How soon before he gets an NCIS badge?)
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“Great Wide Open” then plays like a farewell tour for Gibbs, all with a through-line: He is not OK, and he hasn’t been since he lost his wife and daughter. It even comes up when he speaks with one of the victims’ fathers. “The pain never leaves your heart, but neither will she,” Gibbs says. How does he get through the day? “Some days I don’t,” Gibbs admits.
While he is already in Alaska when the episode begins, flashbacks show him saying goodbye to the others (though we wish Brian Dietzen’s Palmer and Diona Reasonover’s Kasie got moments, too). “It had a good run,” Vance (Rocky Carroll) says after Gibbs puts his phone in coffee so Parker can’t track it. (So did he.) “I wanted to say thank you, Leon, for everything,” Gibbs tells his former boss before walking away.
Ducky (David McCallum) finds him on his away to the airport and notes just how much he’s endured in the last six months (Jack and Bishop leaving, the assault, arrest and suspension, and his boat blowing up). “Milestone events such as these stack up on each other and build internal pressure,” he explains. “It happens to anyone, even you.” And while he’d like to hear Gibbs tell him “there’s nothing to worry about, Duck,” neither believes it.
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“You’re right. Lately, I’ve been searching,” Gibbs confesses. “I don’t know what I’m looking for. I know being alone without the job, that was hard.” But coming back is “even harder.” Before he leaves, he makes sure Ducky knows, “you are a great friend. I appreciate you more than you know.” It’s rightfully the most emotional scene of the episode, given the characters’ long history.
He then has Torres (Wilmer Valderrama) drive him to the airport, and after laughing about how Gibbs got his boat out of the basement (and some of the theories), the conversation turns to how both are doing. “I’m doing good,” Torres says, before amending to, “I’m getting by. Some days are better than others. I’ll be fine.” Gibbs has some advice for him: “You are a hell of an agent, Nick. Got instincts that don’t come along often. More often, you are a good man. Do me a favor, though. Don’t let this job become all that there is. You take care of you.”
And so it ends with Gibbs and the agent he’s watched grow from a probie to senior field agent to team leader. “You’re getting there. You just gotta find your rhythm,” Gibbs tells McGee, and he’s clearly talking about more than the fishing they’re doing in Alaska. “Be patient. It’s about progress, not perfection. Once you know the basics, the rest just comes from inside.”
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It’s not until McGee’s loaded his bags on the plane that Gibbs tells him he’s not going home. He’s “never been better,” he says, and he doesn’t have another boat left to build. (He did see one at the docks earlier that clearly needs a lot of work done.) “We’ll find you another hobby,” McGee says, obviously not ready to say goodbye. “I’m not looking for a hobby,” Gibbs tells him.
So what is he looking for? “My gut’s telling me I’ll know when I find it,” Gibbs says, and while he doesn’t know if he’ll find it there in Alaska, “whatever I’m feeling, this sense of peace, I have not had this since Shannon and Kelly died, and I’m not ready to let it go.”
And so comes time for the second most emotional goodbye, with McGee teary-eyed and Gibbs looking like he has found that peace he mentions. “I could not have hoped for anyone better to watch my back for the past 18 years than you, Tim,” Gibbs says. After a hug and “I love yous,” McGee makes Gibbs promise him he’s going to be OK. “I already am,” Gibbs says, and with that, McGee leaves.
And NCIS says goodbye to Mark Harmon and Gibbs — for now, we hope. It’s hard to imagine the series ending (whenever it does) without him returning. And to be honest, we’re not quite sure how we feel right now. But how do you feel? Let us know in the comments below.
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What an absolute fantastic episode!
If this ends up Mark Harmons' last episode, the it was done with class. If it's not his last, it's still one of the best episodes of the series.
Thank you Mark, and everyone at CBS for the best show on TV.
Cheers
Steve
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I'm heartbroken. 😢
Fantastic episode but I'm heartbroken!
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It was an excellent episode. It felt very true to Gibbs' character.
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Hate to see him go hopefully he'll be back soon
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It was an awesome send off, but a very heartbreaking one for me. And if he really is off the show for good then that's the end of NCIS for me. Gibbs made the show, Gibbs is the show or at least he was for me and a lot of people. I'd feel like a trader if I continued to watch it without him. I love Mark Harmon and all that he stands for so if he himself needs to go so do I. Farewell Gibbs
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I'm afraid it's the same for me. I have loved the show since its preview on JAG all those years ago. I like Gary Cole and the others on the show, but Mark Harmon was my anchor. Great episode, but it broke my heart.
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Same here. I agree Gibbs is the show. I also wont watch since he is gone 😭
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If Gibbs leave, it's the last show for me. He make/made the show. I will find me another show to watch on Monday
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The show will never be the same, but Gibbs deserves peace and relaxation…and so does Mark Harmon. Thanks for 18 years of great memories. Enjoy your life. You have earned it!
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Great episode…if you didn’t like Gibbs. 😭 I’m heartbroken! I can’t imagine NCIS without Gibbs! While Gary Cole could be a great addition to the team if the bring him in permanently, he’ll never be Gibbs…no one can ever fill those shoes!
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I do agree with you
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My exact feelings.
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Great episode but I'm heartbroken. I have watched every episode of this show since episode 1. And now having to say goodbye is just very sad. I don't believe I can continue to watch NCIS without Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon), he difiantly made the show.
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I’m with you!
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I quit watching after pauley Pierrette had to leave...Thanx to harmon...glad he is finally gone
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Have never missed any episode of the original NCIS. Will miss it. None of the other NCIS' even come close to LJG NCIS.
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Same here. If I wasn't able to watch, I recorded it, so I Never missed an episode either.
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Oh, you will watch the show cuz you like the rest of the cast. We do too and even thought there is a huge hole since Gibbs left (but I feel will return periodically), the group will carry on! I believe that Harmon is still part of the production team.
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It was a beautiful ending, but I hope it’s not the last we see of Gibbs. If it is, we’ll it ended eloquently.
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He was such a father figure through the whole series. Now we get the see how all his sons & daughters do. But I will greatly miss him…like a loving & caring Dad.
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It was a great episode, but I am bummed. I have been watching reruns of previous seasons and how involved Gibbs was. The last few seasons he has been written to withdraw. I haven't loved that and it made sense to me last year he was going. It is a great show nonetheless but i just don't know how it will work without him. I am sticking around to find out though.
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Great episode. Many sincere goodbyes to cast members. I wish him well. It's been a great ride.
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I have been a fan of ALL NCIS from the beginning and this episode saddens me. I am not certain I can continue without Gibbs. I cannot relate to the new NCIS Hawaii. The location, the characters, I do not feel any desire or attachment to this program. I enjoy NCIS LA and was deeply disappointed to see NCIS New Orleans end. Now with GIbbs potentially gone, I will stay with NCIS LA but the others will not be in my program line up.
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I don’t think the show will survive without Gibbs...( plus Tony, Abby and Bishop)
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and maybe that was the point to have a guarantee of one last full season to wrap things up with no cliffhangers
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I agree , it's one too many, unless the fired fbi agent can pick up the slack..
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It’s over…the show isn’t worth watching with Gibbs, Abbs, DiNozzo & Davîd gone…Gary Cole and his character ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO STOMACH FOR THE DURATION…the show is circling the bowl now…CBS SHOULD HAVE cancelled it and aired a single 2 hour finale when Mark Harmon decided to walk away…CBS should end it now because it is no longer the most watched show on tv…which is sad because there are so few regulars network shows that are any good let alone good enough to last for 20 seasons. And, CBS already cancelled NCIS: New Orleans which was very good, and I’m sorry but NCIS Hawaii with zero a-List actors is just not NCIS - it’s not going to last long…Vanessa Lachea is beautiful but does not fit with the leader of an NCIS team…sooo disappointing ¯\_(ツ)_/¯.
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I still miss Ziva. I really liked Kate and hated it when she left but Ziva is special.
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I agree with most of the other commenters, but can only hope that Gary Cole doesn't leapfrog McGee!
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NO!!! McGee mustn't be denied! Gibbs has all but ordained McGee to not only fill mighty shoes, but to bring perhaps the smallest, but yet a needed change to the style of those shoes. Mush on McGee!
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No Gibbs, no NCIS ....
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I think I'm done with NCIS. They scrapped the New Orleans NCIS for Hawaii. Didn't like it. Now they offer this sorry substitution for the original NCIS. I don't care if the episode seemed a fitting farewell. My Monday evenings just became freed up for something else. I'll still watch the Los Angeles NCIS for now.
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I feel the same way.
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Me too. Won't watch now.
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I can’t watch with no Gibbs! Sorry I’m out!
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If you don't watch how will you know if Gibbs comes back?
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Good episode but not sure if I'll watch it again with Gibbs out
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What makes a television show like this, a success, is the chemistry created by the cast. NCIS began to lose that chemistry when Cote de Pablo left. Then Michael Weatherly left. Then Paulie Perrette. And over the past several seasons, David McCallum has been sparse at best. Now, with the loss of Mark Harmon, the chemistry that made this show so great is gone. It's had an amazing run, and is one of my most favorite television series, but the loss of so much talent has hurt this show. I would assume that its days are numbered.
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Not sure if NCIS can survive without Gibbs. He has always been the main character. Part of a season or two maybe. But overall not sure. The last two seasons or so they have several lead characters. But Gibbs was always there. I will miss Gibbs. But to lose three in the same season, just not if it can come back. Hope it does. My week nights are build around CBS shows. Never watch NBC or ABC. Been CBS fan for many, many years. And also worry if the night change might hurt the show too. Usually when they start shifting nights a show is gone.
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It was a very emotional episode and I am very sad that Leroy is leaving. I have watched every episode from the beginning and still watch re-runs. Leroy Jethro Gibbs IS NCIS and it will not be the same without him!! Please do not let him leave!!!🙏🙏🙏
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I'm done. I've watched every episode. It was best during the Ziva/Tony era but the base was always Gibbs. He was the glue that kept it together. It would have been better to end the series if he wanted to quit. As a viewer I feel Harmon and the powers to be duped the network into renewing it. And after it was, he set up leaving. Incredibly disappointing.
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Well the only other solution would have been a few made for TV movies to wrap up the storyline from last season.
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Other characters were difficult to lose in this series. Gibbs is different. He is the soul of the show and it will no longer be NCIS to me. I will no longer be watching. The show is over for me.
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I HAVE WATCHED SINCE THE FIRST EPISODE. MARK HARMON YOU PLAYED ONE OF THE BEST CHARACTERS EVER WRITTEN INTO A SHOW. GIBBS WILL ALWAYS BE MY FAVORITE. I THINK YOUR CHARACTER WAS ALWAYS ABOVE REPROACH. NOT PERFECT! TV WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. THANK YOU FOR NINETEEN GREAT YEARS AND SO MANY GREAT EPISODES. NO ONE TAKES OUT A BAD GUY LIKE GIBBS. THANK YOU MARK FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK IN KEEPING US ENTERTAINED. YOU NEVER DISAPPOINTED. THANK YOU TO YOUR FAMILY FOR THE TIME FOR THE TIME THEY WERE WITHOUT YOU. GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. HOPE TO SEE ON ONCE IN AWHILE. TAKE XARE.
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I feel very sad, because I’ve been a fan of NCIS since season 1. After I watched the emotional scene between McGee and Gibbs, something in my heart wondered if Gibbs was leaving the NCIS show. I immediately typed in his name to find out if my feelings were right, because I felt so strongly in my heart that I just had to know for sure. Then it hits me that it was true, and I just felt how hard it must be for McGee to say good-bye to someone like Gibbs who was like a father to him on the NCIS show. I also felt so heartbroken for McGee because he is the last man standing of the original team, especially after Ziva, then Tony, next was Abby and now Gibbs to leave the NCIS show. I am praying and hoping that Gibbs will one day return when we don’t expect, just like how it was a big shock for the fans to learn that he was leaving. I wish Gibbs all the very best and I am humble to say that he deserves to have a long vacation to rest and just sit back to relax and enjoy his life with his family. I love Gibbs and his wonderful character on the NCIS show and he will be greatly missed!!!
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I love the way they ended the show NCIS won't be the same without Gibbs but sometimes characters move on and maybe in the future Gibbs may pop in to see how things are or they will call him on a difficult case🤔👍
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I just started watching this show. Last season was my first. But last nights episode was awesome. Each one of the segments was so well written and so easy for someone like me to get into...without a lot of back knowledge. This Man will be missed,I can clearly see that. I also wanna say that Wilmar(sp?) is sooo good in this role. I knew he could do Comedy but had no idea of his dramatic ability!!
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It was a fantastic show. Gibbs solved an important major crime. It ended with him doing what he loves in a truly majestic place. I hope we can continue to enjoy NCIS without Mark Harmon. No one can take his place.
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It was a good farewell ending, with some feeling of closure for Gibbs, but sad all the way around. I think NCIS started feeling "not like NCIS" this season with Bishop gone and with Pam Dawber STILL showing up in the series. For me, she just doesn't fit in with NCIS, she's rather ruined it for me. With her in it again this season, I just knew "Gibbs" was working his way out. (Just my opinion.) I've watched it from the very beginning in 2003, and went through all the beloved characters that came and went, but it still always felt like family. But, this time, it just feels different, like it really is the beginning of the end of this series, like the family is breaking up and moving on. It will never feel the same. Will be sad to see Gibbs go, but I feel it's like an omen for the show, too. It's been a great 18 seasons so far, hope this season 19 will be fitting for everyone. Whenever it is over, I'll miss it tremendously. It was part of my life for all these years.
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Beautifully written exit of the cornerstone of the show. I was in tears. Gibbs never looked so good and at peace as he said his good byes. I do hope we see him again. wouldn't it be great to have a reunion with Tony and Ziva and their daughter and McGee, Delilah and the twins. I think they should all visit Alaska. I suppose I just don't want to let go. Be will Leroy Jethro Gibbs.
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I'm not crying, your crying! I think I knew it was truly the end when they showed the hole in the basement wall. I definitely started tearing up. At the end when McGee said goodbye. I hope McGee becomes team leader and not Parker. After 18 years I think Tim has earned it.
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I think the show's over.
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Will miss Gibbs…practically the only show I watch on TV. My Father was a Marine in Pearl Harbor…love those mean and women that serve this great country! Work hard to keep it together team…after a break it is better than ok to return Gibbs.
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Mark Harmon was looking awfully thin. Is his health okay? He will be terribly missed.
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Hate it with a passion without Gibs there is no Ncis, is no longer worth watching they couldn't least wait till the s20 mark an end all with happy endings...
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When Cote de Pablo left the show, I was very disappointed. Her character was as iconic as Gibbs. Agree with you about the chemistry.
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There goes another show off my fall watch list..I guess that means more outside work..goodbye NCIS!
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You need not feel like a traitor! If you like the show and the cast members and have a suspicion that Gibbs will pop back and forth through the seasons, then do not despair. It will remain good - just give it a chnce. We will!!
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Signals from a couple episodes ago indicated that Gibbs might be leaving the show, especially when Gary Cole entered the picture. At long last Gibbs has taken this last "Hoo Rah"(?) to heal from the death of his wife and daughter and the aftermath of this tragedy. All his anger issues and"bad" behavior stems from that horror. Gibbs will be back now and then ( we hope!!!) - just to let his beloved team know that they have not been forgotten and that they can succeed brilliantly without his guidance. Gibbs has trained them well!!! Even so, his character WAS the show! He will be missed more than words can say.
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I'm done.....if he's done....so am I.
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Gibbs *is* NCIS. He is the #1 reason for watching. Tony, Ziva & Abby left & I lost considerable interest; it just wasn’t the same. Without him, won’t be watching. 🙁
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It is hard to put into words how I feel. I started watching this show when my son was 11 years old. He is now 24. I appreciate the strong story line and development of character over the years. Last night’s episode was no exception- a very fitting “Gibb’s” way of leaving. I do hope it is not the end of his time on the show. Perhaps , the team will have to go to Alaska to help their long time Boss again. Thanks for the show!!!
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It was an excellent run. I will miss the show but it is time to move forward. Best to the cast.
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NCIS has ended, the only one of the various NCIS's that was worth watching. Just like MASH and many others >>>> all good shows come to the end.
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This has been my favorite NCIS since day one, a lot of people have come and gone but this one really hit home for me. I really enjoyed watching Mark Harmon and his wife Pam Dawber work together. I'm going to miss you Gibbs ❤❤
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If there is no Gibbs there no show. Take it off the ajr.
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Thank you Mark Harmon for such a wonderful portrayal of Gibbs. You will be greatly missed.
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I give this show one more season and it will be cancelled. All the good characters are gone, and it's just a shell of what used to be a great show.
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Hoping there will be some occasional appearances from Gibbs . . . perhaps in the role of a consultant. There seemed to be a mutual attraction building between Gibbs and Marcy the journalist. Will that go anywhere? . .
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I am heartbroken but I understand Mark Harmon wanting to take a break after 18 years. No one will ever replace Gibbs there is only one Gibbs. I can't really imagine the show without him but I hope with the door open he will visit again
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future to walk with him. He lights
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The show will never be the same!
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I think the show is done without Mark Harmon. It was running thin as it is. Great run.
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Totally agree. Beautiful in its way, but I am heartbroken. For me, there is no NCIS without Gibbs.
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We all believe in miracles. Gibbs coming back gives us peace of mind that anything’s possible. I’m planning on seeing him again. We all are! So I’m not saying goodbye just,” See you soon!”
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I am going to miss Gibbs ( Mark Harmon) At least they didn't kill him off, so maybe he will return one day.
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It was a amazing ending for Gibbs! He was an excellent teacher to his team. He will be missed! I’m confident that he will be needed eventually! Superb acting Mark Harmon! ❤️
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Although Gibbs was obviously the center of this show, he has managed to instill a little piece of himself in each one of his team members. All have picked up piece of his overall character over the years. So if he isn't present in person, you will continue to see him. His skills, mannerisms, thinking etc. And I'm sure he will be "consulted" from time to time.
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I am concerned about Mark Harmon, the last season and these first few shows, this season showed significant wear on him. I was also questioning why Pam Dawber came out to be on the show, was she being watchful of her hubby from a health standpoint? I truly hope Mark Harmon's health is OK. Actually got teary eyed during the show.
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Total bummer Mark Harmon is NCIS it won't be the same without him. I've seen every episode including the JAG episodes. Can only hope he decides to come back.
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Hope to see Mark in front of the camera again but if not the show is still a winner. His hard work and contribution still impacts the show in a positive way. It would be disloyal to him, his work and the production he has created to stop watching at this point.
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I know it’s just a show, but what a sweet way for Gibbs to exit - in peace from the loss of his wife & daughter, and fishing thinking of his dad on good terms. And, the door is still open for him to show up again even if it’s only occasionally like other characters have done. Still tonight was devastating to some level - heartbreaking as he stayed true to character.
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Exactly how I feel
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Who *DIDN'T* know Gibbs wasn't going to go back to Virginia????
This show pretty much telegraphs stuff like this from a mile away.
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I’m right there with you except imma still watch regular NCIS but NCIS LA my favorite
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I never watched NCIS until i caught the first episode about a month ago. The "team" became like family to me and I've been semi-bingewatching it ever since. i was devastated last night when DiNozzo (Weatherly) left to be a Dad so I looked up the reason and just read that Mark Harmon will leave the show as well. I'm 76 and have had a lot of medical issues this past year so the show has been a wonderful distraction. It will be hard enough to watch without Weatherly - I can't imagine it without Mark Harmon. Thank goodness I slept through some episodes that I can watch later. i won't be watching the spin-offs with Wilbur Valderama - pretty much the Pillsbury Dough Boy to Harmon's Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man.gsathome
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Not seen series 19 yet were coming to the end of 18 but so sad Gibbs is leaving. I love NCIS and hope if he doesn't come back he perhaps could pop in now and again.
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I DIDNT KNOW THAT GIBBS WAS LEAVING FOR GOOD WHEN I WATCHED THAT EPISODE, I WATCHED TWO MORE AFTER THAT BUT IT NOT THE SAME l WONT BE WATCHING NCIS ANYMORE MARK HARMON AND DUCKY MADE THE SHOW SO DID AMY. TO MANY GOOD PEOPLE HAVE LEFT GOOD BYE TO NCIS
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I really don't care for the new NCIS HAWAII to me the leading woman is more concerned with herself. I just can't into it. The story lines just don't have enough action. I wish Hawaii 5 O would come back. I loved all the characters, the action n everything about it. Except a little to much arguing between Steve n Danny at the last but still loved them. I still love all NCIS'S EXCEPT THE NEW ONE. I really miss Gibbs.
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I think that Gibbs made Ncis and now that he is gone I no longer interested in watching it for he was a man of knowledge and true life of reality. So as Gibbs said goodbye so will I I am a soldier for 25 years and for 19 years I listen to his knowledge and rules and believed in him . It got me through my deployments by watching them when I had a chance so it can end like this . It’s like we say leave no man behind and the series ended not only leaving a friend behind but a family who believe and loved him dearly!! I’m out no more NCIS for me!!
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I know longer watch it now without Gibbs it's not the same and disappointing
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It won't be the same without Mark Harmon ( Jethro Gibbs ) I don't know how often I will watch it now ! I have watched him for many years ! He deserves to relax now !! Later Mark !!
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I hate the change to heartbreaking 😢 its hard to enjoy new characters when you still want the original characters back, they made NCIS the new characters are not interesting enough, there is no bond with the new team there awkward.
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I quit watching. They spend 181/2 years building a series around Gibbs and with no warning he is gone. They should retire the series.
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If Mark Harmon doesn’t return to NCIS I won’t watch anymore. Not the same without him. Last episode was great
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He will be sadly missed and NCIS won't be the same without him
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I am sure I am in the minority on this. I love the show . Actually have been watching old episodes. Frankly the lead character gets on my nerves. I much prefer the lead character in NCIS New Orleans.
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I have watched the show since day one. Now I fall asleep watching the bore a thon. Shut it down cause it has nothing for personality!
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Thought I was gonna cry at the scene with Gibbs and McGee. McGee only one left to make it worth watching. Think Sean Murray was really about to cry!
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Loved Mark Harmon in this series but I think it's about time. He would have been retired out years ago. Maybe he'll be back at some time as a civilian consultant.
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I have poor vision and I’m so tired of CBS saving Electricityby shooting everything in the dark. Even my husband has had enough. Tell somebody to turn on the lights. I have watched since the beginning and enjoyed; but if you can’t see in the murky lights, who cares.
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Uh s19, e9 a bit hokey, duh! Not a “real” Naval incident. More comedy than mystery. Going down hill seems.
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Hate the new show. Wont be watching
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I was devastated. I understand he has the right to right make this decision but he is the most integral and important person on the show. At the very least I hope he will be asked to return as often as possible to assist on a case. Being a forever romantic I had also hoped that he might develop a romantic relationship with the reporter or the psychologist who went to Afghanistan.
Whether I continue watching without Jethro, only time will tell. I watch all the NCIS’ series but the original, this one is by far the best. So I guess we will see. Thanks for hearing me out.
Joan from Vancouver BC
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You might as well rename it some other NCIS name.I've been a fan since the beginning but the fact that everyone from the original is gone,except Mcgee and jimmy who are my least favorite cast members,last nights episode will be the last one i watch.I tried to keep watching after one by one the cast members i like and the only reason i've watched for so long,are all gone there's no reason to continue,the current cast members don't interest me enough to keep watching so after 19 seasons i'm done!
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Honestly Mark Harmon was a big part of the show. After Gibbs left I was sad I didn't even want to watch the rest. without Gibbs, NCIS is odd
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naBring back Gibbs!!! He is the heart and sole of NCIS. I like Gary Cole, but he isn't Mark Harmon, and his character isn't Gibbs. His character is too easy going, too mellow. We want Gibbs back, snarky comments and all.
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I think they should investigate the possibility of taking the franchise to the big screen. Downton Abbey is doing it and with a bigger budget a series of films could be made utilizing people from all the shows, even those no longer on the air. If nothing else they need to show he original cast getting together in Europe perhaps as they visit Tony and Ziva. We need to see Senior again. He's not getting any younger.
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I think it is time to bring Tony and Ziva back as the lead team. Offer them both a boat load of money and for sure NCIS will be redeemed back to the # 1 TV show. “Bull” has run its course.
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Just can’t imagine NCIS without Gibbs. I’d like to think it will survive, but I have many doubts. The hole is just too big.
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While I do like Gary Cole, he's no Gibbs. I for one hate to see this day come and my hope is that one day he will walk back in that door. I will miss his gruff ways and the smiles that come every once-in-while when he's put one over on someone.
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I think having Gibbs leave the show was a huge mistake. Gary Cole is a good actor but he isn't Gibbs and the dynamic Gibbs brought to the team is gone. The show has been lucky , or smart in it's choices of replacements but this time they goofed. I predict a quick end to the show.
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Awesome ending Mark, your writers and producers. Hate to see you go but 18 years, have given me so much enjoyment over these years. I knew this show would be among my favorites , from the very first show. I only know, I have been a fan of yours, in anything You have done over the years.
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It is distinctly possible it is all intentional on the part of the Network- that the idea is to "kill" the show to free up money for some new project ; justifying the move by sagging ratings the Network itself caused. It has been known to happen before.
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Without Gibbs, NCIS is not the show it used to be. I prefer the old seasons and thankfully they are available on other TV stations on my cable company.
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NCIS is not the same without Gibbs.Bring him back.
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Finished watching NCIS - just not the same - to bad they had a good run.
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I'll probably stop watching. Gibbs is why I watch this long
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The exit of Mark Harmons was done great. But he was the whole show and I don't think it will be as good as it has been. I can't find why Mark Harmon has left? Will watch a couple of me NCIS but I think after 19 years for a really great show CBS has made a big mistake. I can't imagine NCIS without Gibbs.
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I think Gibbs will be back. Maybe not as the head team leader. I think it’s time they have an assistant director.
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I believe that without Gibbs u have no show, so if he doesn’t come back say goodbye to ur ratings, he is one of the main reasons to watch! Good luck!!!!!
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There is no show without Gibbs.
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Will miss Mark Harmon.....definetly missing the halloween episodes we all look forward to watching every year...this year no halloween episode just not the same
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If Gibbs leaves my heart well be broken. No Gibbs, no NCIS.
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I didn't think I'd like the show after Abby left, but have grown to like Kasie, so I'll watch even though Gibbs is gone to see how it progresses into the future. Although different characters come and go, I've learned to like all of them and appreciate how they grow the character over the years. The content is always amazing and every newcomer always meshes with the existing ones so I will continue to watch, even though I'll miss Gibbs terribly and hope that he'll make a cameo or two in future episodes.
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I really like Gibbs and want him to continue in NCIS. We have watched him forever and love Mark Harmon. He is a great actor and a great person. Please let him come back to NCIS. I don’t ‘now if we will continue to watch if he is not in the show.
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I believe he should be a go-to guy when they need advice.... and maybe show up in a few episodes that connect to a previous case etc... I'm sure the actor feels almost as 'old' as his character but in my world there should be respect to the literal millions of viewers who use TV as an escape... with hope , melancholy and wonder... and not disappear but fade away.. these days more than ever it seems we need positive escape shows.. without manipulative character placement, relationships or stories...
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Gibbs was the program!! He made all the characters shine!
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I think that maybe a few weeks down the line that Gibbs is going to show up. It will be revealed that he was working on a case and couldn't tell anyone. Maybe he told Tim but he's keeping the secret til he is needed.
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Love Gibbs. Hate to see him go but it is what it is. I just hope Gary Cole don’t stick around.
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Wow! Say it ain't so, no not Gibbs,I don't watch it regularly but I do catch it enough to know I will miss his character very much, Mark Harmon is an acting icon. An him an his character will be very much missed 💕🤗🤗
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No Gibbs, no NCIS! ITS NOT THE Same! Farewell NCIS!
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It's not going to be that good if Gibbs isn't there. He made the show all these years. Don't care for the actor that's coming in so if it doesn't keep my attention I will find something else to watch.
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If Mark Harmon is tired of doing the show, I can see why he would want to quit. They left it open so he could if need be come back. I do hope they bring him back because all the main character s in NCIS are gone except McGhee and Ducky. Some of them may return but not having Gibbs just ruins the show. Nobody will be able to replace Gibbs.He made the show.njust hope the ratings don't drop or the show will be cut at 20 years. Wonder if the risk of writing out Gibbs is worth losing the time slot or show.
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Retirement is a reality, and the Gibbs character is no exception…but without Gibbs, NCIS loses its lifeline. Gibbs makes the show supported with all its characters!
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Biggest mistake, to many of the original cast have left. I thought he was a part of producing the show. Why would he put the show in jeopardy? He’s by far the reason I watch it. So sad. They got rid of NCIS New Orleans and that was upsetting. Yes they also lost some great characters. I haven’t enjoyed the Los Angeles NCIS. Then to bring in another. They might as well just get rid of them all. Gibbs gone means I’m more likely to watch something else.
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Without Gibbs....the show ends.
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I loved the episode, of course I cried, it’s hard to imagine NCIS without Gibbs (Mark Harmon), but want to thank him for the years he’s entertained us and wish him the best. I love the show and will keep watching they all do a great job. Thank you all!
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It was a great episode, but I just can't imagine the show w/0 Mark. It feels like the end of the show. Is Mark sick and that's the reason he's leaving?
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It had a great close that way, but he has come back a couple times. Let him return.
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It is so hard to say goodbye so see you later Gibbs.🙏
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I have been a Mark Harmon fan since the days of Riptide. Love his character in NCIS. It was a class act the way the writers wrote out this last episode. Absolute tear jerker. Excited to see how McGee will step up. (probey). Would be awesome if Michael Weatherly comes back and forgets all the Bull. Lol
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NCIS is nothing w/o Gibbs. If he's truly gone this has to be the last season. It has been a great series & I will miss it but it cannot go on w/o him. Gibbs is NCIS!
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Tim deserves to be the leader of the team, NOT Gary Cole. I'm in a wait and see if I'm going to continue to watch. I need to see what they do with Gary Cole's character.
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Sorry to see Gibbs go again. I quit watching when they took him off before cuz he makes the show as did Abby, Zeva, and Tony. Don't even see Ducky much. They became a family that is why they had such good team work. I will be watching to see if Gibbs returns until then good bye NCIS. Good luck to the cast
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It's tough to see friends n family leave & I've had my share. I usually don't get caught up in many TV shows,
BUT this one was 1 of 2 that I did. AND it was hard! Take special care Mark!
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The episode was good but if Gibbs isn't on NCIS I want be watching the show again .
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Great farewell but I know I won't be watching this show anymore after this because it won't be the same without Gibbs!
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I'm so sad to see Gibbs leave. He has been by rock all through the years! However I luv all the people on NCIS and it would be a shame not to let them take over and have the show for another great 19 seasons!!!
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It was with class how mark Harmon and Gibbs left the show. It will not be the same without him. Gary Cole is not Gibbs he is to quick to act and doesn't think it all through like Gibbs. Mcgee would do a much better job.
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CBS wants the show to end. That is why they put it on Monday's. They put Hawaii following it to give them a boost. Then they will let the original die unless Bull gets cancelled after this season then Dinozzo will return. And maybe Ziva. My theory anyway. It is getting expensive to make.
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I hate to see mark harmon go. He was always there for his team and even in different episodes through the rough life he had after his wife and daughter died he still cared about people and tried to look out for his team the best he could and didnt give up on anyone. I really do hope he comes back to the show. And hes in more episodes. Altho it would be nice to add more people to the team besides just 3 people and bring back all the agents that never got killed to join the team and work together so we could see all the agents we liked seeing on there together but also have pauley perrette come back as well and her and kasey work together in the forensics lab. Now that would be really awesome.
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Buy Gibbs the show won't be the same without you
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It's perfect for a full-circle plot in a couple seasons, where Gibbs turns up and calls the new leader of the team - McGee, of course - 'Probie' just like Mike did to him so long ago.
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The ending makes me think Gibbs will be joining EPA task force or Department of Interior Task force fighting environmental crimes and big corporations in a new TV series on environmental crimes.
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The show can't never be the same without LJG.🤠
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I'm not happy! The episode was amazing but the show had lost WAY too many people. Losing Gibbs is the end.
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That was my last episode, with Gibbs gone the show is not worth watching, I'm done with all NCIS shows, the best was NCIS New Orleans and the worst is the new Hawaii show.
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NCIS without Gibbs is going to be like Gunsmoke without Chester !
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No Gibbs, no show
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I don't want to say goodbye to Gibbs.
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I've not missed one episode of NCIS. I have even watched them all again ,all seasons, my family has always watched. We've missed ZEVA, TONY, AND NOW,BISHOP,BUT IF GIBBS GOES WE'RE DONE WATCHING. IT will be heartbreaking as others have said,but for me it's like losing a part of our Family.
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It just won't be the same without the leadership of Jetro! I don't know how long I'll be able to watch this season with him gone and bishop gone, it was hard enough when Tony, Zeva, Abby and Mr. MI6 left now Jetro I will have to see.
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It makes me sad. I so enjoyed Gibbs. It will never be the same.
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There is no NCIS without Gibbs!!!
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Sad, and not sure if I’m ready not seeing Gibbs on a regular but will definitely be looking forward to his return.
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Wonderful way to send gibbs on another path...he needs to fix up that old boat we saw also and lastly, not happy with gary cole
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NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
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I cannot imagine NCIS without Gibbs. Although I love the cast. He is the one who holds it all together. Please keep him involved! This is my longtime favorite show!
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I had a feeling from last year it was almost over for Leroy. He needed peace and hopefully has found it. His house has been such a integral part of the show, I hope one of the agents moves into it and they keep using it. It was a great and sorrowful ending for him.
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I will miss him really a lot but life will go on
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Trying to put Gary Cole in Gibbs place dosent work!!! I would rather not have him on there at all!!! Thanks Mark Harmon for the entertainment I looked forwarded to it every week!!!
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I’m so sad. To me he was the show. The last episode was awesome, hope we see him as he enjoys his spare time.
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It was an emotional episode but well done. I'm happy for Mark but as a fan of NCIS sad to see him leave. Gibbs is NCIS, others have come and gone but Gibbs was the reason I watched. Hopefully he'll come back once in a while. Wishing you the best Mark Hamon!
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Changes are nothing new..that said it depends on who replace Gibbs and who if anybody else leaves..lam trying to keep a open mind
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I want to thank Mark Harmon, all the cast members present and past, and all of the guest characters for such a tremendous run! The years of watching NCIS have been great! I watch reruns all the time. It never gets old. I hope Mark Harmon will be back at some point, it just won't be the same without him. God's blessings to everyone on the show!! You did good!
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I've been a mark Harmon fan from the first time I saw him on Flamingo Road..if he's in anything I watch it. I'm 71, and that scene with McGee, made me year up big time... Ok, I admit it... I Cried.... NCIS is my favorite tv show, since I don't have the resources for pay TV.... My week revolves around NCIS. The best series ever... Not named Gunsmoke . Thank you Mr Harmon for all joy you brought into my living room...
My God bless you and your family...
Hope I see you on something else TV has to offer... You can count on me watching
Good bye for now... hopefully not forever
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The show should not end. Gibbs is fine and he makes the show. Please there are no shows to watch don't take away one of the best ones.
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NCIS is just not NCIS without Mark Harmon. I hope it stays on though. Such a dynamic show , with great stories and cast.
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Don't know how to watch anymore without Gibbs.
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If this is the end for Gibbs I am turely heartbroken I love NCIS and Mark Harmon and the whole cast I will miss him but new count Gibbs out Thanks CBS for the greatest show on tv
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Probably not going to watch the show anymore. He was what held everything together.
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Next week's episode will let me know if I will continue watching. Gary Cole is not one of my favorites.
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I cried with every good bye. I always look forward to watching this because of Gibbs. He’s a fantastic actor. Love that his wife, Pam, was able to be on show with him. Take care Mark, I’ll sincerely miss you.
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I loved the episode. But if Gibbs is gone so is NCIS. He was the show, just as NCIS LA it was Hetty and she’s gone……these two shows are not the same without these two characters. Time to move onto another network.
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I will be watching old NCIS, I retired with Gibbs! They changed the night from Tuesday to Monday, now this crap!!! I am DONE! Thanks for the Years Gibbs!!!
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I won't watch anymore
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If this is the end, they tied up all the ends beautifully. However it's been hard continuing to watch the series with so many of the beloved characters leaving, I don't believe I will continue to watch with Gibbs gone. 🥺
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All good things come to an end. People who enjoy their jobs leaves with Work well done. I know I did it and enjoying my retirement. Anyhow Mark Harmon, Good Luck and God Bless.
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I will truly miss him but one has to do what one wants 😢☹️
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What beautiful ending, Gibbs made the show NCIS. He was missing on several shows, it is going to be different not having him on the show. Will see how the show will be going forward.
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I don't like it but Mark knows what he needs. I just wish he would have just took vacation and then come home. He will be dearly missed.
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Season 19 will be the end of NCIS. Without Gibbs, it's just another show.
Also, McGee should be team leader now, not the new guy.
On another note, the new Hawai'i show just doesn't have "it".
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Gibbs was the show. The ending was good, but still left it open for him to turn up now and again. I hope so. I will miss him terribly, as NCIS has been a fabulous show. Should it ever end fully, it would be nice to figure a way to bring back Ziva, Tony, Bishop, and Jack somehow. Just a thought. But, McGee has really stepped up, and I love him as the new lead.
Mark you are the best, and thank you fir a wonderful 18 yrs. And loved seeing your wife on the last few episodes with you. Nameste
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I'm very sad that Gibbs (Harmon) won't be back. NCIS will NEVER be the same. NCIS has withstood the loss of many major characters, but Gibbs was NCIS. I wonder how long the show will survive without him? Gary Cole just doesn't do it for me. So it remains TBD if I'll continue to watch.
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I have watched NCIS since it came on air. After Tony left the show wasn't quite the same But I still continued to enjoy it If Gibbs leaves the show it will never be the same And I think it is a huge mistake for CBS. Gibbs makes the show. Very disappointed
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I cried I hope Gibbs will come back but he will be missed
. Happy Trails the show won't be the same with out him.
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I hope he shows up once in a while. He will be missed! Gibbs was NCIS.
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The episode was well done...however, still crying at Gibbs leaving! Mark Harmon has been one of my favourites for many years. Wish him only the best for the future!
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I'm am so sad to see Gibbs go. I live his slap on the back of the head the rules his quirky ways. When Abby left because of Harmon ok things happen. Rumor Ziva left because of Harmon and now the last gal left with no real reason. But there were some underlying hints in something she wrote. And now Harmon leaves. This is an amazing show. Amazing. I am saddened by all the great actors that have left for what ever the reason
Harmon has always been one of my favorite actors ever since I saw him in the movie Stealing Home. I think we will see him back. In a new NCIS or csi. Much love to the show
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Loved the episode. The romantic in me wanted to see Marcy end up in Alaska with him but guess he's not ready for that...
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NCIS is the best of all the other series..have Gibbs come back a few times
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I'll continue to watch the show because like Gary Cole. I thought it was a good way for Mark Harmon to say goodbye it gave the team closure. I too see an NCIS badge in agent Parker's future
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Well people will just quit watching. He was the heart of the show. It won’t last much longer.
NCIS Hawaii - the leader had no personality do something quick or it will be very short lived. NCIS LA big thumbs up.
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Well, it's been quite a bumpy ride Jethro, but as the saying goes, "All good things must come to an end", and I hope you do all right. You deserve it brother....be at peace....and as Mike Frank's would've said, "Adios Amigo!!"
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Just not going to be the same
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I know it a show,but I would of love for Gibbs to come back time to time.
The ending was emotional for me but it was a real great that everyone had there special time to say goodbye. Please leave a opening for him to come back occasionally for special shows.
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It was an emotional one for sure! Can’t imagine the show with him gone….
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I'm so glad you shared the entire show! Because the network changed the day it broadcasts the show without much if any notice, we missed seeing it altogether! It's probably the only show we look forward to on a regular basis. And we had already scheduled our time around it. (Tuesday at 8pm) So when Monday rolled around, we had already made plans and forgot to record NCIS!😡
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I'm so sad after watching it all these years Gibbs is a staple in the show I don't know it will succeed without him!!!
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I believe it’s time for Tim to be able to grow more now as a leader and take control of the team. Let’s see where this takes him and the rest of the team now.
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Excellent episode and tribute to Marc Harman and his character. The show will not be tha same without Jethro. Sad.
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I've watched this show for 19 seasons and multiple reruns and I still enjoy every episode. It won't be the same without Gibbs and all of the rules he has taught and lived by over the years. But I've noticed that Gibbs (Harmon) has looked like he is tired and that God awful hair cut aged him more. I'm also glad he didn't leave the show by dying on the job. I could not have watched future episodes. Thanks Harmon, I'll miss you.
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I'll always remember a baddie holding a hostage,
Gibbs: Ziva?
Ziva: Sig P226 goes BANG
End of crisis...
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I will miss Gibbs and Mark. He was perfect for this show. Hope I will still be into the show without him and his "Rules". Thank you Mark Harmon for your portrayal of a great character.
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My best friend and I started watching NCIS as soon as it came on because of Mark Harmon. My best friend passed away 16 years ago. If she were still here she would be blubbering just as much as me. I do not discredit the other actors on the show. They have a great line up of actors, but it will definitely not be the same without Gibbs. The scene with him and McGee was my favorite scene, then the one with Ducky. I will miss him on the show, but I hope he is happy in whatever endeavors he undertakes now. Please don't leave for good. You are LEROY JETHRO GIBBS,,nuff said.
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I really hope Gibbs comes back. I was crying lol. For now that will be the end for me. When Ziva and Tony and Abby left I didn't want to watch anymore but I stuck with it but I always said when Gibbs leaves that will be it I'm done with NCIS. Gibbs needs to come back.
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Sounds like you got it covered. Will miss the cast. But good writing always wins out in the end
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I won't continue to watch it.
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I'm not ready to say goodbye to Gibbs.... not sure if I'll ever be ready to do that. He's the reason I watch the show. It won't be the same without him.
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Slowing down is not stopping. However Gibbs found peace, he needs time to adjust. Then, he could come back as a more centered, at peace, Gibbs. Even if for a cameo.
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I have watched the show from the very beginning. I have hated to see each character leave but I love the show.
I loved his final episode, it was fitting for his character. I hate to see him leave. Hopefully his character will pop up here and there. I love the fact that his wife got to be on the show at the end, with him. That character role fit her. He is a sexy, good looking man, he will be missed.
I like the fact it is a clean show, one of the few left on TV. The characters have values. There is no cussing and it does not take on touching, divided issues going on in the world around us. It stays away from political statements or undertone. It is enjoyable to watch. If that changed then I am gone.
Mark put a lot of energy and hard work into the show to make it successful. I think he would hate to see it go off the air because he left. He wants to enjoy life with his family, it is called retirement. Enjoy your retirement.
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Honestly ive seen the show since the very beginning and I can’t imagine NCIS without Gibbs 🤷🏻♀️
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Without Gibbs, there is no NCIS.
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Greatest episode ever. He will be missed. But after this season if he isn't coming back, I probably won't either. Mark Harmon (Gibbs) was like part of the family.
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I cried! I'm almost 79 and I've watched NCIS from the beginning. Those hugs!!! I cried.
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The real question is, how long can a body survive without it’s heart? I don’t see the ratings getting better for this show. As much as I have been a fan all these years, I just don’t know how much longer it can survive without Gibbs.
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I knew this was coming,but I still wasn't ready. It's a amazing show and I love all the cast. It was a great episode loved it,but I cried my eyes out . I feel like I just lost a family member. Thank you Mark Harmon (Gibbs) for all the great years. You will be so missed .
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I think he should make guest appearance every once in awhile
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Okay for him to go. Hope show stays
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I'm sad that Gibbs "left". But I'm pretty certain he will be back intermittently in another capacity, as a "consultant" or such.
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Won't watch NCIS now
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Gibbs leaving is very sad and it going to change the dynamic of the show. But with his departure it would be awesome is that brought back Dinozzo somehow.
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I’ve watched NCIS from the beginning! Even used a few of Gibbs rules on raising our kids! 😂 One thing we’ve taught our kids is, nothing last for ever. Unfortunately, that includes Jethro Gibbs. It won’t be quite the same, but I will always be a dedicated NCIS fan. We will always have our own Gibbs…. A 3 yr old black lab!
To everyone on NCIS, THANK YOU for all the great years!
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I, like most am bummed. But Mark Harmon is still involved with the show. And I can totally understand why after just turning 70 he is leaving the acting part. ( they work grueling hours while in production) I have faith he will pop up every so often and I'm sure Mark would want people to keep watching the show so his friends can stay working. I will continue to watch.
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I hope Gibbs is not gone for good. There so much story still to tell. A visit to Tony and Ziva, something happens to Jack and they need Gibbs help, Torres needs to help Bishop and Gibbs needs to help clear Bishop's name, so much more.
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Is far as I’m concerned it won’t be the same with out him! I’ve watched every show and he is like a member of my family. I will say that the writers did a wonderful job for his (I can only hope not) last show.
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You can't have NCIS without Gibbs!!!!!!!!!!!!! First Tony leaves, then Abby and I thought ok as long as Gibbs stays, the show is still worth watching. But not without Gibbs!!!! Just end it now!!!!
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My heart is broken. So many loses on this show over the years. And now Gibbs is just too much.
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I figured he was going to leave, I just figured he would have waited until the end of his 20th year. It's going to be hard not seeing him. I hope when the series ends, they have ALL those who left alive, return for the final epesode.
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If Gibbs is gone...then so am I. It was hard enough losing Michael, Cote and Paulie...now losing Gibbs also is too much
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this is sad - been watching the show since forever - now i dont think i want to watch it again
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I liked the episode. But the show just won't be the same without Gibbs!!!! First we lose Ziva, then Tony, then Abby. Not going to be the same show. Think I will only be watching old reruns!!!!
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Great Episode! I’ll miss Gibbs and the show won’t be the same without him. Thank you for all the great shows! Hope to see you again!
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No Gibs = no show
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Will always watch. I love all the characters I love McGee and Torres and Casey and Jimmy. And I really like Katrina law. I think her character is an excellent addition to NCIS and I hope they're on many years to come. And I'm sure if given the chance Gary Cole will be a fine addition. I didn't like the character of Vance at first but he's come to grow on me. Let's give these new ones a chance.
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I have watched Mark Harmon play Gibbs for 18 plus years he was the Cornerstone of the show and I think that somewhere down the line you need to bring him back because he is the show.
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I hope he finishes the season then he can go away!
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I don’t I will watch NCIS with out Gibbs. It will not be the same. Please bring him back.
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I love NCIS. The episode was perfect way for Gibbs to go. But he made the show as amazing and popular as it is. I can't see the series continuing without him in it. You can't replace Gibbs.
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I cried but love this show so much and all the characters! Gibbs will be missed as many others have moved on before him… Gibbs an integral part of the show hope to see him and others in the future…. Thank you for a Great show!
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Sad to see him leave.I never missed an episode.Gary Cole is a great addition to the show.
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I love the show & all the team but I will always miss Gibbs, no one can replace him. I’m heartbroken!
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I'm not good at continuing a show after watching for years and main star such as Gibbs who made the show has left so we will see
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If Gibbs has to leave I am glad he has found some peace. Maybe he can drop in to let us know he is doing okay. Pretty sure everyone wants to see him again. He will be missed too much for him not to. Don’t think it's going to feel right without him.
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Great show, I just can't imagine the series without Gibbs. There is no one there now who can carry it the way Mark Harmon has.
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i think it stinks, he made the show--I'm bummed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Right now I cannot imagine NCIS without Gibbs. He seems to finally be finding peace and giving her myself time to completely heal. He is going to be terribly missed and every week I will be looking for his return but with peace and a life outside of work. It will s good to see his wife in the show. She is a welcome addition!
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I don’t want him to leave I guess it’s time for me to say goodbye to the show loved it but now that Abby an Gibbs are gone not the same.
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Beautiful send off. I hope the show survives without him. I think Sean Murray will do a great job taking over as the lead of the cast and McGee will do a great job as team leader on the show. I won't stop watching but, with all the cast changes this year, I fear the show may not have long.
Hope I'm wrong.
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Marcie needs to join him in Alaska
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Gibbs is the whole show , if he leaves there is no one else that can play his part , he is a fantastic actor , no one will take his place ever.
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Gibbs made the show! I will no longer watch what is my favorite TV show. 18 years of Leroy Jethro Gibbs-I will miss NCIS. My other favorite show was NCIS Nola and that's gone 😪. Thank goodness for #onechicago on Wednesday!
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All good things come to an end
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NCIS won't be the same without Gibbs. Hopefully he will return
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NCIS HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY VERY FAVORITE SHOW ON TV. RECORDED ALOT WHEN I COULDN'T WATCH IT. I CRIED SO HARD AT THE THOUGHT OF GIBBS LEAVING THE SHOW. I WON'T STOP WATCHING BUT IT'S NOT GOING TO BE THE SAME. MARK HARMON CANT BE REPLACED. IT'S SAD, JUST SO SAD.
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Not the same with Mark Harmon gone.
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It definitely was a great ending, but I hope that at some point he may return. However, even if not I will continue to watch the show as long as it airs. I really like how the team has been shaping up with the new members and believe that it will continue to be excellent.
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I think Gibbs should stay on the show. I hope they don't cancel it. There have been a few people leave the show, but not Gibbs................
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It was a great show, but it should have been the last episode of NCIS in my humble opinion. The show will never last if Gibbs is really gone for good. 😥😥
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Well, . . . Bye! I'm done! Tony, Ziva, Jenny, Abby, now Gibbs, he was the anchor! they got rid of New Orleans, loved that show too, LA is ruined, its boring, so many things wrong with it! I don't plan on starting to watch Hawaii, it's just a knock off of 5-0, which was fine, but its ended too. I have never liked Miami, too much over acting (Captain Kirk) CSI is too dark now they have the actress that played Vances dead wife as one of the charecters, NCIS, JAG, so missed! there is no glue for this show now, McGee, Vance, Ducky, Jimmy are not enough to hold it together. They could have at least gone through the season then just ended the series.
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I cried.
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I think it stinks. I love the show but it will never be the same!
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I know ncis will not be the same without Gibbs. Love Tim and still getting use to Nick but too many people leaving the show. Not sure if I can continue to watch.
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I’m heartbroken. I can’t watch without Gibbs. He was the boss. He is irreplaceable in my book.
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Like I said elsewhere, Gibbs was the heart, the anchor, of the show. If he leaves, then I, as a viewer, will also leave.
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I don't think the show will be the same without Gibbs. He needs to come back at some point.
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I am a dire hard fan, who has watched every episode since day one. I am going to miss Gibbs, but we knew he would retire eventually. Thanks Mark for all of the good work you have done. God Bless you.
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I will watch reruns and pretend he isn’t gone ♥️ I will live in denial the rest of my life or until he returns!
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I Hate to see him go!!! He is the only reason I have watched over the years. He made the show to me.
Yes the others are awesome actors I am taking anything away from them.
I fell in love Gibbs along time ago.
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If Elvis, Jimi, Micheal Jackson, and Prince are all jammin together somewhere then Gibbs, Ziva, Bishop, and Abby can solve crime there
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The show will never be the same without Gibbs. Never liked the director.
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They should bring Scott Bakula on the show with Gibbs and Pride being such great friends it should be a natural fit
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The show won’t be the same!!
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Wellness will OK but I hope he comes back he makes the show
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Very sad but it is time to let go. I thought I would never like it after Tony left. But I did and I will continue to watch. Hope for the best.
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Am sick to my stomach because I missed them
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I lost interest in the show after Tony left. I like the episode's that had Kaitlyn and Ziva better. When Tony left and then Abby left, the show wasn't the same since. I just couldn't get into it after that. Now that Gibb is gone, it definitely won't be the same.
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There is a phosphical question: If you start replacing an antique car with new parts, at what point does it stop being an "antique" car? Think about that re: NCIS. With Gibbs gone, this is not the show I have been watching for over a decade. No Gibbs, one viewer down. End the show. Send whoever wants to go to Hawaii.
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I missed the episode, darn it! I have loved Gibbs/ Mark Harmon for many years. NCIS has always been on in our house. I have loved the offshoots like New Orleans, not sure on Hawaii yet.
Gibbs, Mark, I hope you and your sweet wife ride off into the sunset together, do some travel, build your own boat, whatever makes you happy. But you know what they say about retirement! It's bittersweet. I'm sure we will see you in something else but, we are never gonna forget Gibbs.💋❤
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Im sorry to say it if Gibbs leaves permenately I wont watch the show. Also NCIS Hawaai Ive seen the first couple episodes not a fan so it wont substitute for the original
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Gibbs is the one that makes the show. To many favorites have left over the past few years. Gotta have my Gibbs fix.
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Beautifully y done…with class…will miss him…love his smile…
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No!!! Please have Gibbs stay!!! It won’t be the same without him😢😢😢😢😢😢
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I don’t like it. It’s definitely not going to be the same without him. But I do like the other characters really well but I want Gibbs!!!!!
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Don't hardly want to watch without Gibbs being on the show! Really don't care for the new female agent!! Hope you don't bring in Parker to replace Gibbs! Can't stand him!
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I don't like to see Gibbs leaving like this, this early and in this manner. Later on in the season building up to a departure, maybe, but not like this. The team should have had time to adjust to Gibbs retiring but for a good understandable reason.
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It was a great episode and true to Gibbs' character. Unfortunately, Gibbs made the show. I truly like the other actors, but without Gibbs and Bishop it might be the last episode for me. Bring him back. Bring Bishop back, please.
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It sure won’t be the same without him! I hate to see him go. But, on the other hand, Mark has worked hard for many years and deserves to spend more quality time with his family. Gibbs, you will be sorely missed. Take care and find your peace.
Hugs 🤗
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Only thing I know is if Gibbs is gone for good so am I. Mark Harmon is ncis. He is the reason I started watching and the only reason I stayed watching for 18 years.. Do whatever it takes to get him back asap.
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It will not be the same without Gibbs! Don’t think I’ll be a loyal follower without him! Bring him back!
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I know Harmon is probably ready to retire, but I cried like a baby knowing he probably will not come back. It was sad and disappointing. Nobody like Gibbs , Ducky, and McGee. Gibbs is the super glue that held it together.
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I think it should be Pride coming into NCIS... not Parker.
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Gibbs is NCIS. I'm not sure how I feel. And I'm not a fan of Gary Cole. I'm going to have to think about this.
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He'll be back he knows we love him and we'll miss him so he'll be back just to say hi on occasions .WE LOVE YOU GIBBS
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I think the show cancel. It can't make it without Gibbs. Gary us awful.
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I know I've been watching this for the last 18 years or longer and I really like Mark Harmon so I'm hoping that he'll be back but I like all the shows that that Mark Harmon has played in so I'm hoping that he'll be back I will miss him and I hope he has a good life
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So glad we got to see Mark and Pam on TV together before his departure.
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Without Gibbs the show is doomed
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This show will never be the same with out Gibbs
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This show cannot survive without Mark Harmon, especially since Bishop also left the series!!
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It will not be the same without Gibbs. All my favorites on NCIS are gone. Don’t think I will watch it anymore.
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I was wondering when his boat blew up at the end of the season if he was gone but I see he isn't. Good
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I’m not sure if i want to keep watch Ncis now …. I’m sure there going to offer the FBI guy the job but i prefer Gibbs
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It is sad and I hope he comes back from time to time to help out but most of all I hope he finds love and happiness again and gets to share it with his team so they will be happy for him and know there is hope ahead for all of them!!!
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I have watched the show since the beginning and though the episode was sweet, I feel that NCIS is not NCIS without the main character. Mark Harmon is NCIS, if he goes, whats the point of watching? too bad, but I feel this is the end of a wonderful show.
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U are missed already go have fun travel u deserve it love u and I cried my eyes out last night love
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great episode and way for Gibbs to leave. What was last sentence Tim said to Gibbs
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qunb
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Gibbs made the show. This is a tough one. Will miss him.
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I think the show won't be the same because Gibb's made to show.
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He'll of a show won't be the same without Gibbs. Hope like Mexico he comes back.
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Cannot go on without him.
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I don’t think I can watch it without Gibbs. His heart, sass, father nature with the team makes it. Another show is lost without the main character. This was amazing show!
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I’m very sad. Don’t know if I can watch the show now but we’ll see. Going to miss you Gibbs/Harmon
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Great way to go out but I am sad and it just won’t be the same . Please have him come back every so often . Can’t imagine not hearing “Grab your gear!”
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So, what happened to his dog?
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I think Gibbs will be a factor in all the remaining shows this season. Not in person but through all the characters in the cast. Doing what Gibbs would have done living by the "rules" the show was famous for.Ans all the cast in their own way coming to peace with Gibb's decision to leave being happy for him . coming to terms with Kelly and S haanons deaths.
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I miss him already and it will not be the same without Him
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Without Gibbs there isn't a show it was a great episode
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I have watched this show since it came on , I cannot imagine him not being on the show . I miss Ziva and Tony an Abby. I loved the first ppl that was on the show when it started. 💕
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Gibbs was the show for me , goodbye !
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I cried. Every episode was better than the last. We’ve gone though so much with Kate, Tony, Ziva , Abby, Bishop, Mike. All beloved characters. Now Gibbs. Love Mcgee though and Palmer and Duckie and Torres. The best show on TV!!!
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And Jenny
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I don’t think the show can survive this loss. We have had too many. I will miss it if it goes.
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Watched from the beginning. Laughed and cried. Will miss it
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Gibbs is my man, my husband could not talk when NCIS was on. He is a great actor and help makes the show. I have been a fan since day on. I missed Zeva and Tonie. But, bring him back on. We are going to really miss him. I am still going to watch the show.
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It had to happen eventually and it was executed splendidly. I just hope this great series can go on for awhile longer. It will require some great writing to avoid being hobbled. I'll be watching.
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Very disappointing. Hope Gibbs (Harmon) returns after a few months rest.
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I truly believe we will see Gibbs back in some shape or form. You can't let this show end without Gibbs being there!
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I love NCIS have watched from the beginning. I'm going to miss seeing Mark Harmon on the show and will probably no longer watch it since Gibbs makes the show what it. Hopefully he'll return. Fingers crossed 🤞🤞🤞
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Gibbs was the show master. Painful to see him gone. Happy to see,hear he is at peace.
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I watch all the reruns. Love the show. Don't know how I will feel without Gibbs. It won't be the same. That I do know.
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We can't loose gibbs
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I don’t think the series will make it without Mark Harmon an his Gibbs, they’ve just lost to many of their number one members, I know for me it just hasn’t been the same for yrs now an with him gone will I guess they’ll see but I’m pretty much done!!!!
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I cried my eyes out! I've been there from the very first episode. I don't blame him...it's time to luck back and enjoy his life. I was OK till McGee cried and then I lost it. I'll just say...see ya later, Jethro.
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I never watch it but he’s not a black gay transgender female so he can’t be the boss any more.
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No way
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I guess after this show I will no longer watching NCIS. .
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I’ll never watch another NICS. Only two good characters are left that’s a shame they just ruined the show
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I would hope Gibbs will still be a part of this show as he has made this guys and team a outstanding Team and family. Mark makes this show and don’t think it will be the same with out the rules and smacks on the boys heads for the mistake and the care he has for them. But NCIS has always been a #1 show to me.
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Great episode, I hope that he will pop in every once in a while for words of wisdom.
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I don't know if I can watch it without Gibbs. I watch programs because of characters. I never did get over losing Abby could not relate to the new woman
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He should in the directors seat now.
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Mark Harmon thinks that the show will be fine without him. I adore him, but he's wrong. There is no "NCIS" without Gibbs. Unless Tony returns with Ziva. And Gibbs is visible part-time. (So he can get together with Pam). 🥰 Seriously,
nobody else in that cast can carry the weight of that legendary, beloved show. And I love them all. It was beautiful while it lasted.
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Without Gibbs I think the show will fail.
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I cannot get CBS which makes my heart sad. I have watched NCIS since it's inception. I have the CBS app but it doesn't work well at all. If anyone knows where I can get it without purchasing, please let me know. Thanks
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Gibbs leaves I leave. I stuck when ziva left and when Tony and Abbey left because we still had Gibbs. Now I'm done
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I think I don’t like him leaving. The show won’t be the same and won’t watch it anymore if he’s not on it.
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I think it's is the end of the line for NCIS. Too many changes and Gibbs made that show. Time to say goodbye to one of the greatest shows ever.
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Can’t wait to see Series 19 and especially this episode.
Living in the UK and hope we get to see it soon!!
Please!!!!
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Great episode, and I will continue to watch NCIS for episodes that might bring Gibbs back for any reason! I’ve watch this show since it first aired.
Kind of sweet that Gibbs and Marcie leave at same time though. (Mark and Pam)
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It appears Gary Cole is going to be the new NCIS boss. But...if this was real life...that would be a pretty big signal (slap in the face) that McGee is not "good enough" to be boss. Tim has been doing the job for 18 years. He should be qualified. 🤔 Oh well...I am curious how it will go and what will happen between Gibbs and Pam Dawber. The episode was very good!!!
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Hate to see him leave.
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I know it was not real. After all the seasons it became real. I laughed , cried ,got angry as if this was my family. In a way they are even though it’s TV. It will be a big loss. I know I’ll cry. Gibbs will be missed. He’s in my ❤️ heart and I know a lot of others.
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Gibbs I have watched you for 18yrs. and have enjoyed every minute. I’m truly going to missed you if this is your last, but I hope not. But Gibbs does does deserve a nice send off and Mark you deserve a new beginning. Gibbs I will miss you, and Mark I love you!
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Not the same without him
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Gibbs go’s I go.
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If Jethro is gone so am I
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I liked the way the writers ended gibbs in the series and in his life in general. I have watched the show since it started and I'm getting a little tired of good characters leaving the show. Truthfully, with losing 3 characters in one season and now gibbs, it seems to never end. Patterns like this usually means only a few seasons left for the show because people are tired of characters leaving ALL the time. First tony, then abby, then one by one, gone!! Gibbs leaving was icing on the cake for me. I think that I will stop watching the NCIS shows all together now. My favorite was new orleans and cbs dropped that one Cold turkey! I had been growing tired of LA, so decided to drop it, not interested in Hawaii because I'm upset with them cancelling New Orleans, so the only one I could hang on to was the original. But now with Gibbs gone I'm just DONE with the entire franchise. Good bye NCIS, you had a good run with this fan!!!
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wow. Gibbs finally at peace. I understand this, but the show will suffer
Because of it. The others could do a good job if it were real life.
Gibbs passing down the mantle is great but i think it also signals the end of an era. And i believe possibly will be suicidal for the show.
Ill keep watching but for how long remains to be seen.
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I am truly gonna miss Gibbs Hell I still miss Kate and all the others that have left the show.but Gibbs..I don't think I will get over this one . Rule #1
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Not NCIS without Gibbs. There some good characters but without Gibbs it won’t be the same. The new guy won’t do. Gotta keep Ducky, McGee and Torrez
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I think Gribb should come back the show won’t be the same with him.
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NCIS will never be the same without Gibbs. I'm not sure if I will still watch without him.
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I have to admit I teared up when Gibbs said he was not going with McGee. I KNEW it was coming, but I still was sad. The show will go on. After all, McGee is the only original left, but it will be different.
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Don't forget ducky
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It was a great sendoff but I just wish they had shown flashbacks of Gibbs with DeNozo, David and Abby. I don't know how long the show can go on without him but I am not giving up on it as long as I see his name as producer. Now I am wondering how long Ducky will last.
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I’m sad and must admit I cried. Great exit though - well played by all.
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Excellent episode, but shown will not be the same without Gibbs🥲 He has been the constant main character who will be hard to replace.
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NCIS has replaced such great characters over the years, but Gibbs could be the series ending change. No other personality, nno matter how much Tim has grown, can replace Gibbs. BTW, this is one of only two shows that I watch on commercial TV
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Lots of thanks to go around. To the writers of this episode OMGee!! What an excellent way to allow Jethro some peace. I will miss him terribly, but hope that the writers have a thought of allowing us to check on him in future episodes from time to time. But to Mark Harmon, you have been awesome to watch these last years. As Jethro and as producer of the show. I'm feeling a big loss, but glad to see Jethro on his way to happiness. I wish you well. Thank you!
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What do I think now the ratings are going to go downhill because they're getting rid of Gibbs
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The show will not be the same I will watch but cautiously if I don't keep an interest like before I won't continue to watch the show any longer I hope that isn't the case because I've watched it since the series started we will see
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Sad I’m done watching Without Gibbs its not a story
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I have loved this show so much! With everyone leaving it has really sadden me so much! First it was Abby and it just kept happening from there on! What the heck is going on with your show? Why did everyone leave???? This is insane!!! I am just waiting for McGee to leave next! Is the show ending? It sure looks like it to me!! Come clean with us!!!!
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The show will not be the same without Gibbs! If he is gone, then I am too! I will not watch anymore.
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Won't be the same without Gibbs. Please bring him back
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I think this episode should have been the end of the show. Many people will stop watching because Gibbs was the core of the show. I won't because I do like the show in it's entirely, good and bad, but it completely changes everything. Gary Cole hasn't had enough time on the show for people to invest in that big a change. I hope I'm wrong.
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A beautiful heartfelt episode. We wish Mark Harmon all the best in his future, but NCIS to me IS Gibbs. Without him, I will have to do the same and say goodbye to the show.
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Not going to watch without Gibbs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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I have watched NCIS since it started. I don't think I have missed even one episode, if I did, I taped it to watch later. I starting watching it because of Mark Harmon, I usually do start watching a show because of an actor that I like. I am so glad that they did not kill him off like they have some of the actors that have left the show. It gives some hope that they may come back, even just for a visit. 😂😂
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Sorry to see Gibbs go, hopefully he’ll be back, but I hope Gary cole stays on great guy he’ll fit in very well. I’ve been watching since NCIS started. I’m sure Mark will still be involved in producing the show. Wishing Mark the very best.
Regards Howard
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Best episode in ages. I’ve followed this show and all the spin offs since JAG. Rule #1. Never count Gibbs out.
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I don’t think I will be watching anymore..Gibbs was the heart of whole show!!
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A nice ending (if in fact it was final) for Gibbs, but missing him already. With all the losses of major characters over the life of the series - you get used to it, but never numb. And Gibbs was always the heart and soul of the show, so with him going, wondering how long the series will go on - or honestly, if I even want it to.
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With Gibbs gone that may be the end of NCIS. They have gotten rid of all the characters that made up NCIS. There is only two more characters that I really like and they are not the same since other characters left. I love Mcgee and Torres but the show definitely will not be the same.
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Mark Harmon is NCIS and in two episodes coming without Gibbs it goes kadaboom unless Bakula take over it has hope..
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Time for us all to move along.... It is a completely true-to-character walk-away for Gibbs. It could not have been any other way for him and for the others to survive and eventually thrive. I hope. But I'm with Gibbs. Done with NCIS. With Harmon's departure and the end of NCIS New Orleans, I have to move on as well. Thanks for the entertainment everyone!
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NCIS isn't really a show without Gibbs. They need to bring him back. The story line could be something like he's finally moved on from Shannon and Kellys Death, and is now able to do the job without the shadow of their death and that he killed their murderer. He has finally found the peace he's needed for years. The other characters in the series play very important parts, but without Gibbs longer than several episodes, NCIS will Not work. It should should show his bosses asking him to come back a couple of times.
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The show won't be the same!! Best wishes for the future!!
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They did not kill him off, so Gibbs is available for the NCIS Universe. Let's just watch and see.
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I wont watch anymore.
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Please bring him back it won't be the same without Gibbs
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What a wonderful show and ending. Going to really miss Gibbs. Hope he's not gone for good. Mcgee would be a very good leader.
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I have watched NCIS from the very first show. I did not realize last night was Mark Harmon's last show till I read this article. I am so very sad. Actually, last night I cried, just like I cried when DeNozio left, when Ziva left and when Caitlen was killed. I know it's only a show, but when you watch every show, you become endeared to each character Gibbs most of all. So he will be so missed❤️❤️. I hope the new guy does a good job.
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This is my favorite show I even watch reruns I was sad when tony left. Now Gibbs it won't be the same.
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I think that he should not leave. He is the show. I will miss him terribly. I don’t know if I will be watching the show anymore, even though I like the other characters.
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Great episode but so heartbreaking..without Gibbs ..
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Bout time...well overdue
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If Gibbs is done, so am I. Hasn’t been great since ‘Tony’ left. This is the last mail for me.
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If Gibbs is gone, the show is over for me
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What an emotional show. I hope this is not the end of Gibbs appearing on the show but if it is then the show won't be the same and they might as well end it.
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I would love to see a happier Gibbs who has experienced some healing…. When HE COMES BACK to work on major cases!
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NCIS is Gibbs, he gave the show class, character and definition and the show will go on because of it. Although Gibbs is no longer in the show on a regular basis every new episode will have the same class as before because of the foundation he laid.
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I will really miss Mark Harmon on this show. It won’t be the same.
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My favorite show since inception. I rallied after tony and zhiva left but no Abby no bishop. No Gibbs . Bye
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NCIS has evolved over the years. We get attached to characters. They come and they go however, some are like our kin. I hope that they give us a program that is more than a spin off which don't really work. God speed Gibbs/Harmon.
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I have loved NCIS since the beginning. It was a great sendoff (possibly)?
Perhaps this could lead to Abigail Borins return? She was a great addition to the show. And so Gibbsesqe. Loved the interaction with the rest of the cast.
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Gibbs IS NCIS!!!
Don’t know how long show will last without Gibbs. Have watched it since the first show aired. Will give it a try but not sure how long I’ll stay tuned without Gibbs’ dry humor.
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Great last show for Gibbs. I'm afraid the show will take a major hit without him. The characters that remain will not be able to attract the same fan base. The creators should have ended the series with this outstanding episode. It would have been an unforgetable exit...
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I’ve been expecting his exit and McGee taking over the team. It just seems like a natural progression and a normal retirement of an older agent. It sounds like his send off will be a fitting conclusion as opposed to having him killed off or something. This lets us feel he can finally find peace and happiness, which all his fans would love for him!
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Honestly without Gibbs, I don’t think the show will survive, yes the other agents were just as good but Gibbs was the life they f the show, just sayin….
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I am heartbroken....I always called NCIS 'the Mark Harmon Show"! However, it was a well written and fitting farewell. 🙁
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Tonight was heartbreaking. Can't stand for any more of our beloved characters to leave. NCIS has become part of us. The characters especially. Mark Harmon (Gibbs) as the pillar. We hope he comes back.
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Why did he leave?
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I hope it’s not the end of Gibbs on the show! He’s the star & it won’t be the same! Not happy!!
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Oh no!!! He has to come back 😞
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so sad i love the show and gibbs
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It was a great episode but I’m not sure if I can watch w/o Gibbs. I miss Tony, Ziva & Bishop. I even watch the reruns I’ve seen over and over.
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I watched and cried. There's been only a few characters that left the show and I cried, Tony being one of them. But I never expected Gibbs, he'll, I have a shirt with 10 Gibbs Rules. I am pissed, angry and just sad. Been there since the beginning and not liking this turn of events at all.
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I watched this show alot and mark looked like my father some of the things he did and said was my father.enjoyed watching the show will miss it but life goes on even when we loss someone dear to us.
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Last night was devastatingly sad for me - as a HUGE fan for 19 years - I knew this was coming - they let us know this last season, he will make appearances for the rest of the season!! The goodbyes killed me!!! NCIS will always be "my favorite show" Love you, Mark Harmon, David McCallum & all the NCIS characters !!! Its been an awesome ride❤❤❤❤❤❤
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He’s coming back!
He needs to chill!
Love this show I’ve watched it since day one!
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Nooooooo
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I won't be watching as much! Not a fan of Cole!! NCIS is nothing without Gibbs!! Bye Bye!
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Good ending, and that will be the last time I watch, can't stand the new guy, not written in a good way for him to enter the team
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While I’m not surprised, I must say I’m not sad either. I admit, I was hoping for a beautiful relationship to build between Gibbs and Marcie, (and I can imagine it happens behind the scenes-right? wink-wink). But, I think I’m ok with him leaving, knowing he is finally at peace with his life. I do hope he visits occasionally though. 💜
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It was a great show ! I am how ever broken hearted to see Gibbs leaving or is he ?? I've watched since the beginning and it won't be the same show. i hope Gibbs makes several returns to keep us watching.
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I am sad to see him leave show just about all gone now except Tim time to start looking for new show to fill that time slot
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Written very well. His farewell to those who loved him was so classy. Good job
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I hate to see Mark leaving the show, but I hope y'all still keep show on.J
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Marcie will join Gibbs in Alaska & they will marry. Stay tuned.
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I am going to miss Gibbs but he nas left before going to Mexico . So I am going ro keep watching cause I love NCIS will keep an open mind and hope Gibb return, I love how they ended his leaving and I love seeing his real wife Pam Dawber play opposite of him.... great show
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It’s a great send off but the show will never be the same. Just end it!
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I don't think I'll watch it anymore if he stays away. I love him in this show. It won't be the same without him at all.
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Best show ever. I hope Mark sticks it out for another season.
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I am so sad to see Mark Harmon go. Great episode and send off for him. It was bittersweet! He made the show what it is. It’s hard to see characters keep leaving…..love this show!!
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Best show on tv, miss Mark😪❤️
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CBS might as well shut the doors and turn off the lights on this wonderful show. If Gibbs is gone, so am I! He made the show work!
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What a ride. But, still in denial. Hoping Gibbs will have cameos in the future.
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I am devastated and I’m not sure I can watch the show without him. He was the main reason I watched the show. With almost 3/4 of the original cast gone, this just puts a nail in the coffin, so to speak. Not sure what to do now. I wish Mark Harmon the best and I Hope he comes back!
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The only true reason that my wife and I even watch the show is because of Leroy Jethro Gibbs(Mark Harmon) is the best and if this is the end; then so it is the end for us watching.
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The episode was so well-written and all of the farewells were very touching and emotional. But I have a huge empty feeling this a.m., as though I've lost a family member. I have a feeling this will be the last season for the show, so I hope Mark Harmon reappears in a few more episodes so we can see how he's doing without the job.
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I will continue watching buy Mark Harmon has been a favorite actor of mine even before NCIS. He will be missed. New show NCIS Hawaii. I do not care for.
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If Gibbs leaves the show is over . and the new spin off sucks .
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I will miss Gibbs not being on NCIS. I have watched and loved this show from the very first episode. I will watch the reruns, although I know what will happen. I love this show. It will not be the same without Gibbs and the original cast, Tony, Ziva, Fornell, Kate and Abbey. McGhee is still there, so I may continue to watch but far sure it will not be the same.
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NOOOOOO !! We’ve already lost so many and continued to watch, but I don’t know about this !!
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Very sad. Just love Gibbs, it was a very touching show, hope we see him again. This is one the best shows on TV. Sadly missed.
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I don't think I will be watching it any more without Gibbs. I do think that was a classy way to end it. You might as well end the series without Gibbs.
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Great episode not sure if I'll continue watching the show no disrespect to the other cast actors. But without Gibbs nah
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No NCIS without Gibbs
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Gonna miss Gibbs. He WAS the show!! Don't know how it will be without him.
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Thank you Mark for a great run.
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It just won't be the great show it's been for all these years without Gibbs...I'm extremely sad that he is leaving!
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Bummer show won't be the same. It's the only show left on regular tv that I like to watch.
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The show won't be the same without him! I do have one question: Didn't he build another boat in his basement early in the series named after his daughter? How did he get that out of the basement?
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The last episode with Gibbs will be the end of NCIS. Once a great lead is gone the show will not be worth watching.
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I think that maybe Mark Harmon is tired. I doubt I will watch NCIS witout him in it.9
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This episode was sad & healing at the same time. If Gibbs is leaving I think that for the show to continue at the same level they need to bring back Tony & Ziva to add to the team that is left. I think that would fill the void of Gibbs being gone.
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Last night was the Series finale!
Gibbs is the entire show!
I will no longer be watching after 19 years!
Goodbye NCIS!
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There is no NCIS without Gibbs.
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Please do not bring Gary Cole back!
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Great Episode Harmon and his wife come in as Guest Stars to solve stories,but do not bring FBI agent. back to NCIS
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Great episode.. it's going to be strange watching it moving forward without Gibbs.. Gary Cole's character probably becomes a regular & I still believe we'll see Gibbs return on occasion..and DiNizzo will be returning..my gut feeling
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I won't watch it any more.
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I see Gibbs coming back as a consultant to NCIS but right now he's taking a well deserved break! It was a good episode I will definitely miss having Gibbs on the show but look forward to when he comes back to help on cases.
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Gibbs is the show, I hope he comes back.
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No Gibbs..no NCIS theres no point ..never thought i would stop watching the show but without Gibbs !!!!!!! Time to stop ....
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Can’t be the end of Gibbs! Hell he makes the show with all his wisdom. Find your peace and then make your return along with Ziva and Tony!
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Wonderful Series👍🏾
I Look Forward To Gibbs Showing Up In More Than A Few Episodes✊🏾
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I’ve watched almost every episode since they started and I can’t believe it’s been 18 years? Wow!!! My wife and I never missed an episode and I can empathize with the sort of growing up period of Gibbs. Being a military retiree I saw how he felt for every comrade who left or lost in the field. Z. David I felt made a great impact departing. Then Weatherly left for Bull. Of course I didn’t expect Sloane and Bishop leaving so soon. I like David McCallum going in and out and in his first show as a Russian spy many years ago. Harmon definitely has maintained a role that never bored you and with surprises.
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It was a great episode. Gibbs will be missed for sure, but I think next season should be the last season to air. Get Tony, Ziva, Abby (maybe) and Bishop to come back one last time and I'm good. Can't believe it's been going on for almost 20 years. Started watching this back in season 6, felt like a long long time ago.
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Totally sad… NCIS will not be the same. I will still watch it and see how it moves forward but….. there is a lot of butts…..
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After a sad moment of disbelief, I realized this was really foreshadowed in the latter part of last season. It seemed Gibbs' role in the show was already being scaled back then. It just won't seem like the same show without Mark Harmon. Great last 4 episodes for Gibbs and I hope he comes back now and then this season. I'll keep on watching, but I'm afraid it just won't be the same show.
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You will truly be missed. You remind me of someone, Leroy Jethro Gibbs. Thanks for all the great episodes, Mr. Harmon. Great style. Yes I've watched since the get go. I hope you catch a lot of fish on your new boat. 🙂🙂🙂
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I wish the episode's of NCIS was still playing because I like Mark Harmon as Gibbs and if it ends then Gibbs is going to be missed 😢
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The show will not be the same without Gibbs. If he is gone permanently i will probably not watch anymore as much as i love the show. This show is an all time favorite
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Sad...really sad to see Gibbs/Mark Harmon leave NCIS. When you say NCIS - it's Gibbs/Mark that comes to mind. Thank you for the good show - you'll be missed!
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I have been a fan since season 1, episode 1 and love this show. Sad Mark Harmon is gone but nothing is forever, except reruns and I watch those too.
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I hope that this is not the last of Gibbs, he is the heart and soul of NCIS. Please don't leave.
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i think gary cole will fill the shoes nicely
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Nooooooooo
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The show is not the same with out Gibbs not sure if I will watch it anymore been a fan for years
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Moving NCIS, after 18 years, to a different day and time. Also, the exiting of its lead character (if it actually is true). Seems like CBS and Mark Harmon don't care about NCIS returning next season for a 20th year.
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The show will not be the same. Gibbs is the show. I hope that this isn’t good bye to Gibbs. It’s like saying good bye to a family member. Please don’t go!
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I noticed that Pam Dawber (Mark's real life wife) was in this episode.
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She came onto the show late last season and has been around since.
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Heartbroken!! I just cannot imagine NCIS without Gibbs!
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I’m happy for Gibbs, sad for me.
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I’m so sad that Gibbs is leaving the show. He’s my main reason for watching! Please bring him back any way possible!!!
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Without Gibbs in the show, it’s no longer worth watching. I’m out.
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Not sure if I can do NCIS without Gibbs. I'll try. Great episode tonight though.
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if Gibbs is gone, so am I. NCIS won't be NCIS without LEROY JETHRO GIBBS.
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So sad right not. I’m going to really miss Gibbs 🥲.
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Gibbs leaving makes me very sad!!! I started watching this show because my daughter really liked it when she was in middle school, be she got me hooked! Hopefully it can carry on but I’m not real positive at this point it will continue to hold my interest😳 I guess I will see… I do love Mark Harmon!!! He can’t be replaced easily! But it has been a great 18 years( I started in 2006)! ❤️ To Mark Harmon!!! Please stay around some at least!
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If Gibbs is out so am I!! Say it isn't so!!!
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Bummed. Doubt I'll be watching much, if at all, in the future. I have a book that I could write about my feelings about this episode (was great) and the loss of Gibbs/Harmon (Really not great!). However, the message writers below have already written chapter and verse of what I would say. DARN, WHY ARE YOU DOING THIS TO THAT LITTLE SECTION OF MY HEART RESERVED FOR GREAT TV AND MOVIES!!! I'm old, really old, and there just aren't a lot of cute grey-haired dudes on Television that I enjoy watching. So--bring him back for a season or two, that's about all the time I have left on this fair earth anyway!! Thanks for the memories!.
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It will not be NCIS without Gibbs! Please bring him back!!
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no Gibbs no NCIS !!
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To tell you, I am sad! However, it really pisses me off even more that NCIS New Orleans was canceled! I think Mark Harmon is wonderful, but the team that he built can make it if people give it a chance! I want New Orleans back!
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Don't know whose exit was more heartbreaking Leroy Jethro Gibbs or Tony Stark.
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I'm crushed! I know all good things must come to an end, but Gibbs IS NCIS. I've never cried harder for the loss of a character but I'm believing that there will be guest visits since hasn't been killed off. Alaska is a beautiful state and a very fitting place for Gibbs to remain. I see Gary Cole coming in to head the team now, and I also see NCIS ending completely in another season or two.
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I was just thinking, I don't know if I will be able to keep watching the regular NCIS either. I do like NCIS Los Angeles, especially since Heddy is back. I can't seem to connect with the Hawaii one either.
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Without Gibbs the show won't be the same! I have watched this show since it was introduced on JAG. I don't know if I will it now.
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I think that no fan of this show wanted to see Mark Harmon leave, but I thought it might be coming. I was hoping that he would be staying with the show with Pam becoming a permanent character with her portrayal of Marcy. It would have been great to see him a few times throughout the season with a relationship growing between them. I understand that physically life gets harder as we age. I was severely injured and struggle with walking and pain. I know that the long hours and the strenuous duties can take a toll on anyone. I think that Mark is going to be missed. Good luck to him and any future roles he chooses to do.
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I need to begin watching the NCIS episodes on Netflix I guess. Have never seen one though I’ve been Very informed about each season’s cast changes and plot twists via TV Guide and TV Insider, which are owned by CBS I believe. I know it’s a popular show but it always seemed over-covered/publicized by these two media. I’m sure it’s a good show & since I was a JAG fan & am a CSI fan, will probably like it. I know it’s a tough day for series fans who’ve invested years into this show, so hang in.
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I am so heart broken right now because I love Gibbs so much. I cried like a baby. I hope that he will return some day, but I understand how he feels.
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I always thought when Gibbs left the show it would be over. Everyone else was peripheral to him. The agents (Kate, Tony, Ziva, Bishop) , Directors, Abby, even Mike Franks -- they came and went but Gibbs was the glue that held everything together. He made the show work. I'm heartbroken he's gone and I don't want to find someone to try to replace him. Thanks for the great gift of NCIS, Mark Harmon.
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Without Gibbs, I'm finished watching the show
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I will not watch without Gibbs!
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I've watched since the beginning. I've survived all of the ups and downs of the cast members exits, starting with Kate. That one was a true eye-opener. Since then, some of them have been harder to swallow than others. Gary Cole is a good actor, but, them bringing him in to 'lead' the team over McGee would be a HUGE miscarriage of justice to say the least. McGee learned from Gibbs and should, rightly, take over the team. The new cast member that they brought in to take over the loss of Bishop is a good distraction for Torres. The show could continue very easily if they make the choice to put McGee at the helm and wrap up some of the plots that are still left open. The whole Bishop angle that could easily be expanded on. There's still the whole Tiva angle with no wedding taking place yet. I think last night's episode would have been a fitting series ending, not a fourth episode into a new season. Stay tuned. I'm going to.......for now.
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I'am heartbroken Gibbs is gone, fantastic episode, I don't want Gibbs to go it will not be the same without him. I have been watching from the beginning I don't know if I will continue to watch without Gibbs. First you let Zeba go now Gibbs.
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NCIS without Gibbs is like a day without Sunshine! I wondered when Pam Dawber showed up In season 8, if this meant it was Marks last season. She had never been on the show before, it was very poetic. He’s going to be missed, and not sure how it will continue without him, but I hope it does! Best wishes to Mark and Pam as they continue on to retirement! All the love!!!
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I was introduced to this wonderfully well-written show at the beginning of Ziva's tenure. I fell in love with the characters then and with their interrelationships. It was hard when Ziva l with followed by Tony. Yet the new characters were so qell conceived and developed that I kept watching, captivated by the plots and the relationships that emerged. While Ler I y Jethro Gibbs was always "Boss", he did such a good job of training and teaching the team members that I always felt that the crew could go on without him if Mark Harmon ever decided to retire. The writers and actors have done such a great job, especially by remaining true to their characters, of moving us into this episode of Farewell to Gibbs, that I will continue to watch to see what unfolds. There are certainly lots of possibilities! Thank you Gibbs and Mark Harmon!
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While I do love this show and these characters, in my mind there's always been a plot hole where it comes to Gibbs not facing any consequences to murdering the killer of his wife and daughter. It keeps coming up and going away like it doesn't matter. Like it's okay because that's what I would want to do if it happened to me. But murder is not ever okay. And I really feel like the show lost something with not dealing with this. In a time where law enforcement needs to be it's best, someone is missing the point in the writers room. Just my 2 cents.
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I was a JAG fan in the beginning so I had some negative feelings towards Gibbs and NCIS for how hard they went after Harm. But then I fell in love with McGee so I've kept up watching. Gibbs as a character was super boring in spite of his sad backstory. And in recent years, he's gotten even more bland so I'm glad he's finally gone for good. I've always enjoyed Gary Cole's other works and hope his landing this gig won't interfere with The Good Fight.
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