Pauley Perrette’s time on NCIS wasn’t just marked by her iconic portrayal of Abby Sciuto; it was also defined by a certain prop that stole the hearts of everyone on set. This item became so beloved by the cast, it was locked up to keep it from disappearing.

Pauley Perrette as Abby Sciuto in NCIS | Credits: CBS Studios

The crew’s obsession with it was totally understandable. Some things just have a magnetic charm that no one can resist, especially when it’s tied to a character as memorable as Abby.

Pauley Perrette’s Bert the farting Hippo: The beloved NCIS prop that stole the show Mark Harmon and Pauley Perrette in NCIS | Credits: CBS Studios

Pauley Perrette’s NCIS character, Abby Sciuto, had a beloved prop that became pretty popular on set. It was a stuffed animal — Bert the Farting Hippo — that made a farting noise when pressed.