As ‘NCIS’ Celebrates 1,000 Episodes, Cast Members Talk Longevity: ‘None of It Has Ever Felt Boring to Me’

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That's a milestone for all the associated series, but “NCIS” O.G.

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No cast member from the show's 2003 premiere remains, however Sean Murray and Brian Dietzen,

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who had recurring parts in the first season before becoming series regulars, are very close.

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