It’s been nearly 10 years since Special Agent Anthony DiNozzo walked away from the NCIS team to raise his daughter and mourn the loss (or so he thought) of Ziva David. Now, in a twist that has fans around the world buzzing, Michael Weatherly is finally returning — and he’s bringing Ziva with him.
Set to headline the upcoming NCIS: Tony & Ziva spin-off for Paramount+, Weatherly is stepping back into the role that made him a fan favorite from day one. With his trademark smirk, sharp instincts, and endless pop culture references, DiNozzo brought a charisma and warmth to NCIS that’s never been fully replaced.
“He was the humor, the heart, and the spark,” one longtime fan posted. “The show was never the same without Tony.”
But beyond the jokes and movie quotes, DiNozzo’s journey was one of the most emotionally rich in the entire franchise. His relationship with Ziva — slow-burning, complicated, and deeply romantic — gave NCIS some of its most unforgettable moments. And now, fans will finally get answers to the questions they’ve been asking for years:
What happened in Paris? What’s their life like with Tali? And how do you outrun the enemies that still haunt you?
Michael Weatherly has remained close to the NCIS universe, teasing fans for years about a possible return. But this time, it’s real — and he’s not coming back for a cameo. He’s here to start a whole new chapter.
With the chemistry between Weatherly and Cote de Pablo still electric, and the show’s emotional legacy intact, NCIS: Tony & Ziva promises to deliver everything fans have been dreaming of.
Because when DiNozzo’s back on the case… the magic comes with him.
