Breaking: Filming Update for NCIS: Hawaii Season 3 After Actor Strike Resolution!
NCIS: Hawai’i star Noah Mills has provided an update on the status of the show’s upcoming third season following the resolution of the actors’ strike. As part of a broader transition within the CBS franchise, with NCIS: Los Angeles concluding and the introduction of the foreign spinoff NCIS: Sydney, NCIS: Hawai’i is set to continue its run with LL Cool J reprising his role as Sam Hanna from the Los Angeles-based spinoff in its third season.
Mills, who portrays Jesse Boone in NCIS: Hawai’i, shared insights with Entertainment Tonight regarding the progress of Season 3, which is approaching completion despite the recent actors’ strike. Mills confidently stated that filming is scheduled to commence on December 4, underscoring the efficiency of the production team and the established workflow from the previous two seasons. He expressed his excitement about LL Cool J joining the cast and highlighted their positive collaboration during the NCIS crossover event, “The Mothership.”
Mills conveyed his genuine joy, stating, “I’m overjoyed. I’m like, honestly, I’m going to be hanging out with LL Cool J.” He praised LL Cool J’s cool demeanor, powerful presence, and accomplishments as an actor. Mills also shared anecdotes from their collaboration, including LL Cool J’s experiences at Studio 54 in New York at the age of 16. Anticipating LL Cool J as a heavyweight addition to the cast, Mills expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming season, emphasizing the fantastic experience expected with the acclaimed actor on board.