Pauley Perrette, known for her role as Abby Sciuto on NCIS, took a different path from her original plan to study criminology. She started her career in TV commercials and landed her first recurring role in the legal drama “M..ur..der One.” She then appeared in movies like “Almost Famous” and had series regular roles in shows such as “That’s Life” and “Time of Your Life.” But it was her role on NCIS that made her a household name.
Perrette’s immense popularity was reflected in her high Q Scores, which measure a celebrity’s appeal. She consistently ranked among the most-liked female TV stars, with a score of 44 in 2018, significantly higher than the average for her peers, which was 21. NCIS’s global success likely contributed to her high Q Score, even though she announced her departure from the show just before her final episode aired.
Apart from her acting career, Perrette has also appeared in several music videos.