NCIS On Screen Romance Sparks a Surprising Real-Life Love Story!!!!!!

CBS’s long-running NCIS franchise has seen characters evolve and relationships deepen, both on-screen and off. Among its successful spinoffs, NCIS: Los Angeles delivered a memorable pairing in Kensi Blye (played by Daniela Ruah) and Marty Deeks (Eric Christian Olsen). Interestingly, this fictional romance indirectly led to a real-life connection for Ruah.

During a conversation on Off Duty: An NCIS Rewatch with Michael Weatherly and Cote de Pablo, Ruah reflected on the evolution of her character. Initially, Kensi was portrayed as a strong, no-nonsense agent, but this persona clashed with Deeks’ lighthearted and comedic nature. Ruah admitted that her serious demeanor made it difficult for Deeks to connect with audiences.

After consulting with the show’s producers, Ruah softened Kensi’s interactions with Deeks, allowing her character to occasionally smile or crack when Deeks made jokes. This minor alteration aided their on-screen connection, winning over fans and laying the groundwork for the characters’ ultimate romance.

Fatefully, Ruah’s connection to the show didn’t stop there. Eric Christian Olsen’s casting proved fortuitous, as it led Ruah to meet his brother, whom she later married.

This combination of on-screen narrative and real-life connections demonstrates how NCIS continues to produce important moments for both its characters and actors.