Cote de Pablo Reveals Her Major Condition for Returning to NCIS Spinoff with Michael Weatherly

San Diego, CA – During an exclusive interview at San Diego Comic-Con 2025, actress Cote de Pablo, known for her role as Ziva David in the hit series NCIS, revealed a key condition for her return in the upcoming NCIS spinoff alongside co-star Michael Weatherly (Tony DiNozzo). De Pablo stated her firm stance on the beloved 'Tiva' (Tony and Ziva) relationship, which has been a long-standing 'slow-burn' for fans. "I'm not interested in telling the story if, in the end, there is not like a... happy something," de Pablo explained, emphasizing the need for a fulfilling conclusion for the characters. She further elaborated, "I think they deserve a... but! Before we get to that, we again, we have to earn it. So, we're going to see them go through a lot of stuff." Michael Weatherly previously referred to Tony and Ziva as "star-crossed lovers," a sentiment echoed by de Pablo, who appreciates the ongoing tension and complications that have defined their dynamic. Her comments suggest that while a resolution is desired, the journey to it will be complex, ensuring fans remain invested in the characters' future.

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