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One ofNCIS’s most beloved faces made a bold exit, trading high-stakes crime-solving for the footlights of the theater world. While the rest of the cast stayed loyal to CBS’s powerhouse hit, this fan-favorite actor decided Hollywood wasn’t the only stage worth owning.
But here’s the kicker—they left before the series finale curtain call! Though their departure surprised fans, it wasn’t just about paychecks; it was passion over prime time.
Barrett Foa’s Exit: Trading Tech Wizardry for Theater Dreams
WhenNCIS: Los Angeleswrapped its 14-season run, fans noticed one glaring absence: Barrett Foa, who played fan-favorite Eric Beale. Yep, the tech wizard turned Tokyo-bound entrepreneur didn’t make it to the finale, leaving fans to wonder what went down. Spoiler alert:It was theater.
Foa joined inNCISSeason 6’s “Legend” two-parter, setting upNCIS: Los Angeles. As Eric, he brought quirky charm and undeniable chemistry with Nell Jones (Renée Felice Smith), giving fans the beloved “Neric” relationship. Their Season 12 exit, with Eric heading to Tokyo to grow his tech firm, seemed like a fitting goodbye.
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But Foa had already shown his love for the stage. During hisNCIS: Los Angelesstint, he took a break to star inAngels in Americain St. Louis. That theater bug never left. After leaving the show, he embraced live performances, appearing as Maximillian Detweiler in a 2023 production ofThe Sound of Music.
So why skip the finale? Scheduling conflicts. With his heart on the stage, Foa chose passion over prime-time nostalgia. While it’s bittersweet for fans, it’s a reminder that actors often chase roles that ignite their creativity.
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Barrett Foa’s departure reflectsNCIS’s ever-evolving cast changes. After all, not every exit is about personality clashes or network deals. Sometimes, it’s about following your heart—even if it means leaving behind one of TV’s biggest franchises.
Barrett Foa Steps Into Shondaland’s Twisty White House Murder Mystery
Barrett Foa isstepping into Netflix’sThe Residence, Shondaland’s latest murder-mystery drama. Based on Kate Andersen Brower’sThe Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House, this eight-episode whodunit is set in the iconic 132-room mansion.
The premise? One State Dinner gone disastrously wrong. One dead body. And Uzo Aduba as the eccentric detective untangling secrets across the White House’s labyrinthine halls. Foa plays Elliot Morgan, the White House’s “first gentleman,” hilariously out of his depth in Washington’s social scene.
With Paul William Davies as showrunner and Shonda Rhimes executive producing, the ensemble cast also includesRandall Park,Andre Braugher, and Susan Kelechi Watson. Expect chaos—and brilliance.
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NCISis available to watch on Hulu & Apple TV.
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Heena Singh is a Editor at FandomWire, spent the last two years making waves in entertainment journalism. With a knack for digging up blockbuster celebrity scoops and an uncanny nose for the latest buzz, Heena’s articles bring a fresh and fun perspective to life. When she’s not conquering writing challenges, you’ll find her curled up in bed, peacefully sleeping.
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