NCIS: Tony & Ziva Stars Decline Intimacy Coordinator Ahead September Premiere

Cote de Pablo, star of the upcoming NCIS: Tony & Ziva spinoff, revealed she declined the offer of an intimacy coordinator for her intimate scenes with co-star Michael Weatherly, citing their longstanding trust and friendship from years of working together on NCIS. De Pablo emphasized that they prefer to explore these scenes without micromanagement, relying on their mutual understanding and comfort. Weatherly echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of nonverbal communication and trust in love scenes, recalling their initial experience filming such scenes in NCIS's “Under Covers” episode. The new series, set to premiere on Paramount+, revisits the beloved characters Tony and Ziva as they navigate raising their daughter and face new challenges, reigniting their iconic relationship. Both actors were instrumental in the spinoff's creation, motivated by their connection to the fanbase and a desire to continue the characters' stories meaningfully. This installment aims to blend high-stakes action with character-driven drama, promising a fresh yet familiar addition to the NCIS franchise.