Why is Bishop leaving NCIS?

Why is Bishop leaving NCIS?

Emily Wickersham had chosen to leave the series, and it was thought it was for other opportunities. It turns out that expecting her first baby with her partner also played a part in the decision. She gave birth in December 2021. The way Bishop was written out has led to questions about whether she could return.

Is Bishop gone from NCIS for good?

On Tuesday’s (May 25) season 18 finale of the CBS hit crime drama, Wickersham’s character, Ellie Bishop, was sent off on a secret undercover mission. But fans were surprised to see that the star took to Instagram to confirm that this mission means her character is leaving the procedural for good.

What is Emily Wickersham going to do now?

Emily Wickersham has been enjoying a very different role since she left NCIS at the end of season 18 – she’s become a mom! The actress – who played agent Ellie Bishop – welcomed her first child, son Cassius, with her partner, actor James Badge Dale, on 30 December and has been basking in motherhood ever since.