It isn’t exactly clear why the actress has decided to depart the series, though it is likely due to her realising Ellie Bishop has run her course over the series.
Originally introduced in season 11 during a three-part episode arc where she played an NSA Analyst, she was quickly promoted to the NCIS and joined the regular team.
Most fans have been hoping for a final closure on the will they, won’t they romance between Ellie and Nick Torres (played by Wilmer Valderrama).
Things seemed to be gearing up for the pair to finally get together, as during the season 18 finale they finally kissed.
The door seems to have closed on the relationship, however, now that Ellie Bishop is out of the next season of the series.
