Pauley Perrette, beloved for her role as Abby Sciuto on NCIS, left the show after season 15, stunning fans. While on-screen, Abby resigned due to an assassination attempt, reports suggest her departure was linked to a conflict with lead actor Mark Harmon. Their clashes stemmed from an incident where Harmon’s dog bit a crew member on set. During her final episode, Perrette notably didn’t share a scene with Harmon, bidding farewell to her colleagues instead.

Following her exit, Perrette took to Twitter, alluding to the incident and expressing frustration with false stories about her. She emphasized the need to protect her crew and acknowledged her own experiences with harassment, advocating for safety.

CBS addressed the situation, acknowledging Perrette’s concerns and expressing commitment to a safe work environment. Despite fan inquiries, Perrette affirmed she wouldn’t return due to ongoing discomfort with Harmon. After leaving NCIS, she briefly starred in the CBS sitcom Broke, but the show was canceled after one season. In 2020, Perrette officially retired from acting.