Eric Christian Olsen’s arrival marked the moment NCIS: Los Angeles truly found its heart.
Early Kensi Blye was tough, smart — and emotionally distant. Daniela Ruah later admitted she believed that strength required stiffness. But Deeks changed everything.
With Olsen’s humor and Shane Brennan’s guidance, Kensi softened. A smile here, a reaction there — and suddenly the audience was rooting for both of them.
Densi became endgame, defining the show’s legacy. NCIS: LA may be over, but the ripple effect of that creative choice still defines the franchise today.