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NCIS Star Dietzen: Actor to Writer Shift
21 Jun
Summary
- Brian Dietzen has transitioned from acting to writing NCIS episodes.
- A producer's input led to Dietzen's expanded role.
- Dietzen co-wrote episodes including a tribute to Ducky.
Brian Dietzen, known for his role as Dr. Jimmy Palmer on NCIS, has expanded his contributions to the series by taking on writing duties. This transition began in Season 19 with the episode "The Helpers" and continued with scripts for subsequent seasons, including a notable tribute to Ducky.
The move into writing was prompted by an insightful discussion with executive producer Steven D. Binder. Dietzen's keen observation of his character's dialogue led to a collaborative conversation that ultimately encouraged him to write for the show.
As one of the few actors to also write episodes for a long-running procedural, Dietzen's unique role highlights his dedication to NCIS. Fans can look forward to potential future episodes penned by Dietzen, alongside the upcoming Season 24, continuing his significant impact on the series.
