Fan-Favorite Cote de Pablo Chats About Her Return To CBS's "NCIS"

"NCIS" is more than just an action drama. With liberal doses of humor, it’s a show that focuses on the sometimes complex and always amusing dynamics of a team forced to work together in high-stress situations. NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, a former Marine gunnery sergeant whose skills as an investigator are unmatched, leads this troupe of colorful personalities. Actress Cote de Pablo joined BUILD to talk about the long-running CBS series.

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[@kylehearnsberger9883]

Cote is hilarious, lolllll !!!!! Still a gorgeous lady too.

[@afghan8912]

💜

[@roryduran6130]

I was lucky enough to meet her in a restaurant in Chile last March. She was so gracious to me, even though I was so star struck I was babbling. I told her I wouldn't ask about NCIS and all she said was "stay tuned". Highlight of my trip to Chile!

[@classicscustomsandhotrodso600]

Rory Duran Great destination, great food.

[@sheilahollley7129]

so cool!

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Lucky you.She is awesome..

[@sabinarieger9529]

Lucky for you! Where is this Restaurant?

[@roryduran6130]

in a small seaside town in Chile

[@langleymneely]

I finally have a reason to watch again!

[@xxtoxii9615]

true, the cast that is ncis now is propper bullshit.

[@luisardx8258]

Same haha

[@Wolfs_BBQ]

Nice situation, will she met her daughter and her daughter´s dad? Family reunion? "Ima" and "Aba" together? Will grandpa babysit his son´s child? (omg what thew hell will he teach her?)

[@deborahramos9584]

I agreeeeeee

[@ruadhrose]

Same!!! I haven’t watched a premiere since she left! I’ll be watching tomorrow night.

[@trojanjock30]

Hope she still mis-quotes ...loved that part of her character

[@Ladylace97]

She did i laughed think after all these years in America she still doesn't get America slang

[@brittneybradley1764]

Omg same

[@Alias_Mirana]

By the way, thank you for actually allowing her to speak freely, that's something many hosts stil don't get.

[@katepausig8562]

Yeah but a lot of shows have multiple guest and things going on. You are on a time crunch so they can't let people just talk freely when you only have maybe 10 15 minutes to talk.

[@jojoh3469]

Absolutely adore Cote, so happy she's coming back as Ziva, my favourite tv character of all time! Her absence has truly been missed! 💖

[@kimberlykaymendez7283]

Jojo H I missed her and Abby.

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Most definitely . The show wasn’t the same..

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Jojo H I thoroughly agree..

[@margaritagonzalez8625]

Cote thank you for saying yes to coming back! We need other women who can hold their own! Beautiful interview!

[@JamS-tf5rk]

God I love Ziva and Cote!! Cote is just bubbling over the edge with personality, she has such a warm heart and genuinely kind words I cant help but be obsessed with her. Ziva made the show what it is and her strength and heart is what we love her for. So much gratitude to the ncis family ❤❤

[@chrisporfiri6030]

I cant tell you how much joy was had when my wife and I saw the season 16 finale. Wow! Thank you to everyone involved! Cote de Pablo, Mark Harmon thank you. Your work has became a part of so many people's lives. It is very much appreciated.

[@hizgrase]

I was in the house all by myself and I screamed “I told you all she wasn’t dead there was no body!!”

[@yashminarannee1927]

This is the first time I watch an interview of Cote (before I just didn't understand English and was too little lol)...but damn! WHAT.A.PERSONALITY. She is really an incredible woman. Clever, well spoken, funny, warm and friendly and obviously an amazing actress. It is so good to have her back, can't wait !

[@Codsx400]

I didn't know what to expect from this interview. It was really good. Cote was lovely, witty and funny. I really appreciate when actors or actresses are thoughtful and insightful in their response. I wish her all the best.

[@johnh.wintersjr.2092]

One of the best characters on a tv series to feature a kick-butt hero(ine); and there has been many through out television history. Cote, as Ziva, combines both her thrilling action scenes (rather it be her fighting hand to hand or using guns and knives) and her emotional dramatic scenes (with Gibbs or Tony) seamlessly. She's believable in this role, not only as a highly trained warrior (spy/assassin/investigator) but also as a strong woman who hasn't lost her femininity in a somewhat all boys club (Gibbs, Tony, McGee, Palmer, Ducky, Vance etc.). The bottom line: She rocks the part. NCIS: Ziva, anyone 😎😎😎

[@grandcatsmama3421]

Love her, she is a woman that girls can look up to.

[@dianep.3061]

oh my! she’s my most favorite character! I stopped watching ncis when she left so now am so excited to watch again!!! love from the Philippines!

[@DailyDoseOfGay24]

Her accent has really dropped over the years, I love her 😌

[@2kasmom]

I love how he interviews and lets that guests share. It is a nice change from canned interviews. THANK YOU!

[@juliewilson5506]

We need to see Ziva reunited with Tony and her daughter

[@Dibol1987]

Michael Weatherly is busy with his show right now. Good luck having him spare a day of shooting for NCIS.

[@manfredhuber9430]

No Tony, he is a skunk

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Love those two together. It wasn’t the same when they left. Mark Harmon is fantastic as well. Still very handsome. One of my favourite shows..

[@redwhiteandlu5839]

I knoooowww two years later still waiting

[@codysouroy3227]

Thank God there is now hope of this!!

[@jervynneleigh]

Cote is so smart and articulate but so sweet at the same time. You just want to love her more. On the contrary, Ziva is strong and skilfully badass and yet you love her the most!🥰🥰🥰

[@sharonedwards716]

Great interview! What a lovely lady she is! NCIS has always been my favorite. It took some time when the characters changed but is still my favorite. Glad to have Ziva back even if it is only for a short time. Hope the show keeps going for many, many more years.

[@ArabianLady]

Really great interview, very nicely done. I really appreciated that she felt safe and relaxed. And the interviewer was kind, respectful and not brash. Separating out , Cote from Ziva but loving both.

[@mollykate.99]

Ah Cote, You just radiate beauty kindness and are just so real, yet sophisticated. Can't wait for the premiere.

[@lyndafinlay4679]

MOLLY KATE she is truly beautiful and has a fabulous personality

[@tonisummer6501]

She is so gorgeous and incredible! I love her so much.

[@priscilajulia2879]

Oh my God. I Love it so much. She is amazing, so lovely! Can't wait to see her again!

[@priscilajulia2879]

Ps: I loved*

[@amess8121]

My day just went from 1 to 101%

[@ArabianLady]

I'm ecstatic over Ziva's return. It is just wonderful to see the lovely Cote again!

[@knbear4990]

Cote I have missed you and Ziva so much. You have the face of a Angel, glad to see you back 😎♥️♥️♥️😊😊😊😊

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Kenneth Niedzwiecki beautiful lady..

[@brittneybradley1764]

Omg love what how she said "where am I gonna go" @ 5:31

[@johndonaldson5126]

Ziva kicking butt was my favorite part of that character. I loved the scenes where she was about to be attacked and we knew she was going to surprise the attacker. That part of the character Ziva was best in the earlier years but the writers didn't include enough of it in the later years.

[@jacquesummers4766]

She’s beautiful, talented, and apparently sweet. I am so happy she is back with the group.

[@timmcdougall1407]

Glad to see her back! So much better for the show. Now... waiting for Michael W to return.

[@donlyons3196]

JUST WOW!! WELCOME HOME!! GLAD YOU ARE BACK MISSED YOU SO SO MUCH!! TIME TO KICK SOME ARES AGAIN!!

[@annek1226]

It is about time! Welcome back Cote!

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Anne K and admired by women..

[@godsspecialchild86]

I love the BUILD series interviews. You always get little stories from actors that aren't anywhere else. Oh Cote. You have been missed. I almost thought that Ziva was a 'ghost' in the finale. Nope! 😉 My mom & I have watched NCIS from the beginning. It was great to see you back in tonight's premiere. ❤ Can't wait to see the rest of your episodes! Btw, I loved your Mark Harmon story & the interviewer's "Smurf" shoes. 😁

[@therra1101]

the build series is the best, they actually ask good questions, it is not the same over over

[@marydonaie5633]

I am glad she is back watch NCIS back again

[@Angie83]

Glad that she is back.I was just watching the third season again.Really good work.

[@yxeaviationphotog]

DiNozo has to make a return as well!

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Colin Kunkel definitely

[@maggiechristina8840]

Just started watching again! TY, Cote!

[@clarajohnson8252]

I named my girl Ziva after her character. She is 3 now 😊

[@charlesbill3594]

Clara Johnson That’s nice.

[@sonjas4281]

I love that!!!

[@sjed323]

That's so sweet!

[@nerlynbosoboso9284]

I named my 1st daughter too, ZIVA. she's now 1, and my upcoming 2nd daughter, Im thinking for COTE.. 😊

[@pamellafranklin3728]

I named my cat Ziva.

[@-leezha-]

Met her in a gas stations parking lot while she was with her family- didn't get pictures because we didn't want to bring attention to her, but shook her hand. She was so nice and sweet, and she looked like an actual GODDESS just casual in her comfy clothes (which is totally unfair how absolutely gorgeous she is) and it was such a pleasure to get to meet her.

[@lyndafinlay4679]

leezha lucky you. She is absolutely beautiful and personality to match..

[@amyforbes3180]

Can't believe she came back

[@Nomvuyo111]

I love Cote so much... so happy she looks so great

[@mique59]

I didn’t stop watching when Ziva or Tony left because that’d be like missing the soap opera within the crime show. But I’ll admit it wasn’t the same. The new characters are ok but i missed the whole family love the originals had. I hope Tony comes back also and that they’ll stay around for a bit. Wish that in real life a person could be brought back by writing a storyline.

[@BoobooOreo]

Same here. Still have Gibbs, Mcgee, Ducky, Leon & Jimmy to look forward to. Characters come and go, even in real life..

[@swantje7305]

She is so amazing!! I’m so glad that she is back!

[@annieb3359]

Can’t wait for Tuesday!

[@martysoulard7349]

What a great interview all the way around. The questions were great. The answers we great as well. Some of the questions must be tough to answer in a gracious and sincere way as they are questions that Cote mentioned, she has been getting asked for quite a long time. Best wishes in to Cote moving forward.

[@nevermyluv7838]

I hope Ziva will be back permanently. NCIS wasn’t as “fun” to watch without her, and Toni. ❤️

[@langleymneely]

Is it permanent or just for a few episodes? Also how do you explain her, Tony and the baby if Weatherly is on his own show? Does that mean cameo by him in her last episode as they ride off into the sunset... AGAIN? lol

[@Scottlp2]

@@langleymneely I haven't seen the answer, but the assumption is that she is back for a story arc however long that is. I'd love the have her back permanently, but she'd overshadow Emily, plus it would not be the same without Tony (who is a much more fun character than Bull).

[@imisstoronto3121]

@@Scottlp2 Emily is and always has been, a bore.

[@ruadhrose]

She is only back for four episodes right now.

[@chrispoole3920]

She’s only back for 6 episodes (this arc) at present. Time will tell.

[@neverstop9731]

The prettiest amd most talented on the set. Glad shes back

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Never Stop I agree

[@capndavey1]

the show hasn't been the same without her !

[@giselabeatriztanskanenmena7640]

I agredd, but I want Aby back too.

[@Jenny-tm3cm]

Yeah I don’t like bishop no offense the actress is good but I don’t like bishops personality

[@user-iq1vz6wx6x]

I 👍 agree with out Cote de Pablo she's my iconic female actress and friend.

[@76tennboy]

I finally have a reason to come back! I quit watching when she left and then watched about half of season when I found out Tony was about to leave but now I’m gonna have to go back and catch up

[@underseven9016]

How can I say thank you cote de Pablo for doing viva David again :) pls stay til the end this time :)

[@Alias_Mirana]

Cote is mentionning Michael / Dinozzo few times. Hopefully those are clues saying he's back at the very least as a guest star. We deserve our happy ending (or start) TIVA!!!

[@RaymondStarkes]

I'll admit without Tiva, i stopped watching at the end of season 11 episode 2. I came back for Tali 13x4. Now bring back Michael!!!! So happy Cote came back. I tried 2 episodes with the new cast. It was a "no" for me. #JusticeForTiva

[@svsalty6870]

Rayin WPB I feel that man but I’ve been watching NCIS for a really long time. I feel like the new Characters were trying too hard to be Tony and Ziva. I hope this season we see Michael Weatherly and Cote at the end

[@RaymondStarkes]

@Brian Randall - Byley No Tiva is correct

[@katepausig8562]

@@RaymondStarkes No it's Ziva. It literally said it in the video, all spelled out when they were showing a preview of NCIS. Google is also your friend. ALso, sound out your Z and T two different sounds.

[@RaymondStarkes]

@@katepausig8562 tiva is the couple name for Tony and Ziva. So #JusticeForTiva means just for Tony and Ziva. Hence why Tiva is correct.

[@peterellef2043]

THEY ARE NOT PAYING YOU ENOUGH! YOU SAVED THE FRANCHISE!

[@afriend9428]

*she is a total knock-out!* ⭐️ ❤️ ⭐️ ❤️ ⭐️

[@blackdog.6398]

We love ya Cote ,,,!!!! Welcome back and many blessings sweetie,,,don’t let them push you around ,,

[@christinezeiler]

I loved seeing Ziva on this show, even though a few years ago. I heard her words: yes, it isn’t only up to me, but I would come back again.

[@gdumaguing]

I just miss her so much!!!! I went crazy at the last few seconds of the last season... please stay Ziva 😭

[@phillipfiorentino]

I started NCIS over. I was on season 10, episode 13. The last time I watched it, was the end of NCIS when Ziva was declared dead in the show. I tried to watch after, and it was just, difficult. I woke up today, and saw this came out in September, now it's December. Now I'm on a crusade to get through these seasons to get to the current season where Ziva returns!

[@mariahonoratadealmeida9920]

eu sou brasileira mas sou muito fã dessa atriz cote de Pablo

[@willamboarman8605]

So good to see her back on the show again. So enjoy the character Cote plays and after seeing this, well, she is a wonderful individual. Indeed puts me in mind if my own sister as to personality. I really hope Cote de Pablo is back in the show on a regular basis for many seasons of NCIS! The show just wasn't quite the same without Ziva David. I believe Cote and Mark make that show what it is. I made absolutely sure I didn't miss that show with Ziva's return. I now have a reason to watch TV again...at least for an hour and one day a week!😉

[@mouser003]

I am so ready!!!! Let’s go ziva

[@marcirobins5144]

NOW the real NCIS is back, baby!

[@blackspider1405]

i havent watched since she left. im damn sure gonna watch with her being back.

[@jimpapageorgio1]

Stopped watching when Tony left. Once I heard Ziva was coming back I set my DVR. I will be watching from this point on.

[@lyndafinlay4679]

James Green me too

[@JoseVargas-yx6gn]

Applauses to Her the best in NCIS series. Elegant atractive.

[@pamellafranklin3728]

I stopped watching consistently when her character left. Then I stopped watching completely after Michael W left.

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Pamella Franklin me too.. It went downhill..

[@ramilarned1182]

same

[@karens9745]

Aaahhhh finally get to see what Cote is up to. Miss seeing her on tv and talk shows

[@GREEKKOP]

we need to have Anthony DiNozzo back,

[@xxybelt6496]

I don't think it will happen because hes on bull

[@nimlil]

J Calhoun she is slated for 5 episodes this season....

[@juice_km01]

xxy belt who knows if that will be for much longer considering being sued for sexual harassment

[@meyhemmolly]

Dont be surprised if he does return...as a recuring character.

[@robertwheelock7444]

@@xxybelt6496 ¡TRUTH!

[@debbiesullivan7269]

Ziva👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 will start watching again!!!💕

[@karensantos5421]

Omg! I freaking missed her so muuuuuuch!!

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Karen Santos me too

[@tylerdurden9378]

Viva Chile

[@biteme263]

Man what a good looking woman, she doesn't seem to be aging at all. Smart, funny, well spoken, elegant and pretty. She is just the perfect package.

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Paul Mohr she is beautiful

[@josiepark5521]

I'm ready for the premiere.

[@johnfarr2738]

Josie Park Gibbs has to of known she was alive the whole time

[@ruadhrose]

John Farr No the look on his face was clearly one of surprise.

[@petermarchi1935]

She is more stunning now then she was years ago...

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Peter Marchi she is extremely beautiful..

[@petermarchi1935]

@@lyndafinlay4679 Always was, Some Actresses don't age well at all, Cote de Pablo looks just as stunning today as she did her first episode of "NCIS!"

[@BBRAIN1977]

wowsers she is just so down to earth and honest and surely hope she is real like this in real life.

[@paulstuart551]

Some actors just play themselves without change of character. She is so different to Ziva in every way, it shows how truly talented she is.

[@lynnramadan9855]

Yeah when I see her I will say hi with the biggest respect . She’s such a strong female character . Hope to meet her someday😭

[@katpowell961]

I knew it too, Josie!!! I am happy to see her back. I cannot wait for tomorrow night.

[@TracyAmor]

Yay, so happy! Welcome back!

[@baby_2323]

Excited much... I love her

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Jillybean 2026 Lee me too

[@sasa-yl3di]

She hasn't changed a bit in years!!!

[@normsantos1274]

love her comment, "when i'm having fun i'm not taking pictures of myself..." reminds me of my wedding when my bride was so worried about getting everything pictorially documented. half amused by it all i whispered to her, "we're so busy capturing memories, we don't have time to make any."

[@beaudel2730]

Im so excited for this...she was my favorite character.

[@jimmycampbell78]

Very happy they have brought Ziva (Cote) back. The show desperately needed her return. It’s just been so bland without her and Tony DiNozzo.

[@jessjms1181]

She hasn’t aged still looks wonderful. My favourite character 💕

[@vertigoed.]

She's like some version of Lin-Manuel Miranda. So adorable and dorky but a freakin badass.

[@nnkc362]

I don’t know if I love Cote more or Ziva? Either way, I love Cote coz she’s Cote and Ziva. Ehhh???!!!

[@kathyphifer7546]

Cote is amazing!

[@theonlybuzz1969]

I can see all of the teenagers that are in love with Ziva will be getting their boxes of tissues ready for the episodes that have her involved . To us men Cote De Pablo is like a Goddess to mere men.

[@jessjms1181]

She’s so naturally funny and charismatic

[@lifeiscrazy1357]

She is my favorite character on NCIS

[@Billgw]

I missed her. Now she is back, don't cut her off with two or three episodes.

[@imisstoronto3121]

She has 5 episodes.

[@Nina-725]

So glad she is back, I had stopped watching NCIS new crew, I only kept watching the reruns with Ziva in it. I hope she stays and hope Tony comes back too.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lyndafinlay4679]

Nina Sott it hasn’t been the same since she left. Stopped watching the show

[@mariannahope-clarke7145]

Me too

[@stevensorrell1625]

Well, she was Arya before Arya, no? She was just all trained when she came to NCIS and no less traumatized!

[@haroldmcdaniel3702]

I think they realized the show was going down the toilet after Ziva, Tony and Abbey left, Hope to see Tony and Abbey emerge at some point.

[@radicalrolyn6012]

Am soooooo excited she is back! Can’t wait to see it!

[@captgringo]

This is wonderful news, Ziva is the epitome of the beautiful, dangerous lady !

[@lyndafinlay4679]

captgringo I so agree..

[@mariafigueiredo2022]

l Very happy, she is Wonderfull lovely l Will SEE the show again

[@michaelmilburn9638]

My eye's are leaking! LOVE HER!!!

[@Kizer19]

I've loved her for 12 years and i am almost 13 i have loved Cote all my life and all i want for my birthday is to meet her.....~:Cries:~ i know that will never come true and that breaks my heart

[@ChauNguyen-wi5pe]

I miss seeing Ziva every week on tv... love her