NCIS alum Pauley Perrette says she’d never return to acting, 5 years after allegations against costar Mark Harmon!!!!!

NCIS alum Pauley Perrette, known for her iconic role as Abby Sciuto, has officially ruled out returning to acting, five years after her highly publicized departure from the show. Perrette left NCIS in 2018 following allegations of a behind-the-scenes conflict with costar Mark Harmon, which included claims of tension stemming from an on-set incident involving Harmon’s dog. While Perrette has not publicly detailed all the reasons for her exit, she has made it clear that the experience deeply affected her, leading to her decision to retire from acting.

In a recent interview, Perrette reaffirmed her stance, stating she is done with acting for good, choosing instead to focus on her personal life and advocacy work. The actress has found fulfillment in her charitable efforts and has no plans to return to Hollywood. Fans of the show remain supportive, but many continue to speculate about the unresolved tensions between her and Harmon, which contributed to the end of her beloved NCIS tenure.