The Last 2 Original NCIS Cast Members Share Heartwarming Reunion

That’s why Michael Weatherly (Tony DiNozzo Jr.) and Joe Spano (Tobias Fornell) crossing paths at NCIS creator Don Bellisario’s 90th birthday felt so special. Weatherly shared the nostalgic reunion on Instagram, reminding fans of the show’s earliest roots.

Both actors remain active in the NCIS universe. Weatherly, who last appeared during Ducky’s farewell episode, is officially back with the highly anticipated spinoff NCIS: Tony & Ziva. Spano, meanwhile, continues to pop up on the flagship series, most recently in its landmark 1000th episode, which revisited the very first case. Despite being pillars of the franchise, DiNozzo and Fornell haven’t shared the screen in years.

For now, a Tony-Fornell team-up seems unlikely since their storylines exist in different corners of the universe. Still, Spano’s presence is often overlooked – he’s technically part of the original cast and has appeared in more episodes than some of the early MCRT members. As Gibbs’ closest friend and an essential ally from the FBI, Fornell remains one of the show’s most beloved recurring characters.