After 14 action-packed seasons, NCIS: Los Angeles has officially wrapped production—and star Daniela Ruah, who has played Special Agent Kensi Blye since day one, marked the moment with an emotional message to fans. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Ruah reflected on the end of the series, calling it “an honor” to portray Kensi and thanking the cast, crew, and loyal viewers who’ve been part of the journey since 2009.
The CBS drama, which spun off from the hugely successful NCIS, focused on the high-stakes missions of the Office of Special Projects (OSP) in Los Angeles, a covert division of the Naval Criminal Investigative Service. Known for its intense undercover work and tech-driven surveillance, the show quickly carved out its own identity and developed a devoted fanbase.
Joining Ruah on this long-running ride were series regulars Chris O’Donnell, LL Cool J, Eric Christian Olsen, Medalion Rahimi, Linda Hunt, and Gerald McRaney. Together, they helped keep NCIS: LA consistently strong in the ratings over more than a decade.
Although the final episode won’t air until May 2023, fans are already bracing for the goodbye. Ruah, who not only starred in the series but also directed multiple episodes—including some in the final season—has been a cornerstone of the show’s success. Her message underscored the emotional weight of closing this chapter, after so many years spent in Kensi’s boots.
What Comes Next for the NCIS Universe?
With NCIS: Los Angeles coming to a close, many fans are wondering: what’s next for the franchise?
While CBS opted not to move forward with the NCIS: Red spinoff introduced back in Season 4, crossover potential remains high within the broader NCIS universe. Characters have already made appearances across shows, and actor Scott Grimes, who was part of that scrapped spinoff, even returned later on in LA. The franchise has proven it’s more than capable of expanding—and NCIS: Hawai’i and the original NCIS have already been renewed, signaling that there’s still plenty of life left in the brand.
As the NCIS: Los Angeles finale approaches, all eyes are on how the show will tie up its long-running arcs. Will there be a satisfying resolution for Kensi, Deeks, and the rest of the OSP team? Will it leave the door open for future appearances in other NCIS shows?
Regardless of how the series wraps, one thing is certain: NCIS: Los Angeles leaves behind a legacy of thrilling storytelling, memorable characters, and a dedicated fanbase that followed it for over a decade.
For now, fans can enjoy the remaining episodes of Season 14, knowing they’re watching the final mission of one of CBS’s most enduring and beloved crime dramas.
