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After a significant cast reshuffling on the show, Sean Murray, who plays Timothy McGee on NCIS, reflected on how the character has evolved over time. He shared his thoughts with Entertainment Weekly, acknowledging that McGee had come a long way since the show’s early days.
Murray mentioned that when NCIS began, McGee was essentially the rookie character, but he has grown and evolved alongside the series. McGee has become more self-assured and capable, reflecting the character’s development over the years.
The actor credited the show’s dedicated writers, who have been with NCIS for a long time and understand the character inside and out. He emphasized that his own growth as an actor has naturally paralleled McGee’s development in the storyline.
Murray expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to portray the same character for over 20 years, recognizing that not many actors have the chance to do so. He also noted that from the beginning, he didn’t want McGee to remain static, and the writers were invested in his character’s growth.
Overall, Sean Murray finds it fulfilling and enjoyable to see how both he and his character have naturally evolved over the years on NCIS.