CBS Made a Desperate Attempt to Stop David McCallum From Leaving NCIS After Refusing to Cast Him Years Ago
NCIS has remained one of the most loved and watched procedural dramas for over two decades. The audiences love how the characters solve cases and the camaraderie between them. Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard played by David McCallum was one of the most adored individuals on the show.
David McCallum in NCIS | CBS Studios
He brilliantly played the role of an eccentric yet brilliant Chief Medical Examiner, and he was a staple in the show. But many fans might not know the story behind casting one of the most treasured characters on the show.
David McCallum was almost not cast as Ducky on NCIS David McCallum in NCIS | CBS Studios
Becoming Ducky on NCIS wasn’t a cakewalk for David McCallum, even though he seemed to be such a natural fit for the role. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the studio was hesitant to have him on the show, and James Whitmore Jr....
David McCallum in NCIS | CBS Studios
He brilliantly played the role of an eccentric yet brilliant Chief Medical Examiner, and he was a staple in the show. But many fans might not know the story behind casting one of the most treasured characters on the show.
David McCallum was almost not cast as Ducky on NCIS David McCallum in NCIS | CBS Studios
Becoming Ducky on NCIS wasn’t a cakewalk for David McCallum, even though he seemed to be such a natural fit for the role. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the studio was hesitant to have him on the show, and James Whitmore Jr....
- 2/5/2025
- by Sonika Kamble
- FandomWire
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