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Young Pride Meets Young Gibbs in NCIS Spinoff!
25 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Shea Buckner plays young Dwayne Pride in NCIS: Origins.
- He has a past with Gibbs, forcing them undercover.
- The series explores beloved characters' early careers.
Shea Buckner will step into the shoes of a young Dwayne Pride in an upcoming episode of "NCIS: Origins." This prequel series explores the early days of the "NCIS" universe, focusing on the formative years of iconic characters. Buckner's portrayal of Pride, a probationary NIS Special Agent, highlights his past entanglements with Gibbs, necessitating a joint undercover operation.
Co-showrunners David J. North and Gina Lucita Monreal expressed excitement about revisiting the 1990s iteration of Special Agent Dwayne Pride, a beloved figure from "NCIS: New Orleans." The narrative will uncover more about Pride's history with Gibbs, offering fans a deeper understanding of their relationship and the foundations of their careers.
"NCIS: Origins" centers on a young Leroy Jethro Gibbs during the early 1990s, with Mark Harmon providing narration. The current season follows the Camp Pendleton team and Gibbs' initial steps as a special agent. Buckner's recent roles include "Only Murders in the Building" and "A Streetcar Named Desire."
