After working for 45 years, I was ready to retire 10 years ago at age 65. I LOVE being retired and not having to worry about the responsibilities of a job. I fully support Harmon in his desire to retire and finally be able to spend time with his family. He's made enough money to last several lifetimes and, more importantly, he doesn't owe anything to the people who watched the show. He did his job faithfully and well. He was the leader of the show and now he's living out his life on his terms without having to go to production meetings and memorize lines. I can only say to Mark Harmon, WELL DONE.

I believe Mark's departure from NCIS was warranted as he deserved to enjoy his well earned retirement.

I love Mark Harmon. I miss him on NCIS. But his decision. The show is still a great watch. Thank you Mr. Harmon!

Gibbs, Ziva, Tony, McGee, Ducky, and Leon are the show. The rest are well...the others. All are important, but the first six made the show what it is.

Really miss Harmon on the show but still love NCIS❤

Mark Harman you will be missed. But definitely deserve a great retirement. God bless. You are the best.😇🙏❤️

I still Love Mark Harmon. His demeanor is calm and still a beautiful soul❤

Mark Harmon has done the right thing for himself and Pam. Acting has been such a big part of his life it wouldn't surprise me if he takes on another roll. I have heard that he is working on a television show with his son playing a younger version of Gibbs. Maybe he will be in a dream sequence or something. However I don't know if it's true or not. I continue to watch him in reruns of NCIS all-day Sundays on ION TV. God bless you Mark with whatever you do with your life ❤

Mark Harman has done an amazing job in his career. He deserves time to be with family and enjoy the fruits of his years of labor. God Bless him.

Mark Harmon gave us over 20 years on NCIS👍🙏❤️. It's past time to enjoy his life

Retired Marine. Once a Marine always a Marine .

I don't even like beer, but his final scene in this show takes me back to what I remember about Mark Harmon---standing in water with his Levis, fly fishing in a Coors commercial. Levis never looked so good.

He has truly earned a peaceful retirement. If someone is a real fan of the show and Leroy Jethro Gibbs, they can see that he is in many ways someone to follow as a role model.

Thanks Mark for entertaining with your talent.

Actors and actresses are more than just the person they are protraying. They are real life people with real life families and lives. He deserves to have his privacy and down time with his real ramily. While we will miss his charismatic personality on the screen. We at my home wish his happiness and peace. Thank you Mr Harmon for all the years of enjoyment watching NCIS. God bless

I love Mark Harmon I'm the fans of him almost 35 yrs until now I'm very happy that I can see him again yes I'm the fans that my pictures frame hold him Im plant in my heart and in my life the love that I feel for him, I'm true I'm honest woman trusted and respect woman for him I'm not enterest anything you have like money car apartment or whatever I need the love from Mark Harmon I care and protect him no one can get it in my heart ,age is a number I love you very much,god bless take good care of you're self ,I love you honey,I'm Eden from phillipines country

Harmon was very handsome and a great actor. ❤

Harmon will be missed ❤

I say good for him about his departure. An how happy i was that Mark & Pam got married . They were met for each other they were match . Made in heaven . ❤❤❤❤❤

Congrats to Mark Harmon, thanks for your quality acting and producing, and best wishes for happy times ahead! As for Gibbs as a character: if he had followed standard Marine retirement age parameters, he could have retired at age 56. Mark Harmon is 72. He is exceptionally handsome and youthful in mind and body, but still, there’s a 16 year gap between those ages. As an audience member, I’ve noticed over the years that movies and TV shows are not bound by any need to match actor ages with character ages, which in many ways is wonderful. Age should not be the main factor in determining whether an actor suits a part or not. But it is nevertheless a consideration. Also important, in my opinion-it’s better to depart a project on a high note, leaving the audience missing you and wanting more, than it is to risk overstaying one’s welcome. And if retirement means continuing to participate behind the scenes at a more peaceful level of engagement, that’s icing on the cake of life.💐

I really miss 'Gibbs', but I understand his retiring. Besides, I can binge the old NCIS whenever I need a 'Gibbs fix'! I look forward to seeing a surprise cameo someday!

Please change the title to "Mark Harmon talks for 12 seconds, and then you get 21 minutes of monotone hell", thanks.

Spoiler Alert: There are no clips that have Harmon speaking about why he left the show. Clickbait. I hate these videos that feature a narrator.

I want him to come back. It's not the same without him.

While change can be challenging, it also presents an opportunity for new storylines and character development.

I am sad for us because he was so good at his character, but I am happy for him if this is what he wants. He can now enjoy every minute of his life doing the things that he loves to do. I am sure he will still be very active no matter what he is doing.

The Gibbs character was introduced on JAG for a couple of episodes.

With all due respect to Pauley Perrette, she vocalised her thoughts when Cote de Pablo, decided to leave the show, which were not complimentary and it is very sad that the on screen interactions between Abbey and Gibbs came to an end, as indeed it is sad that Gibbs is no longer at the helm of NCIS, but all good things must end, eventually. Mark Harman, definitely deserves more family time and we all reach a point where work comes second and life takes presidence. Gary Cole, is an excellent replacement, not even closely trying to be Gibbs, just being his own role in the series and that is how it should be. He is very welcome addition to the cast and of course Mark Harman is missed, as indeed is the lovely David McCallum

Glad hes a mans man and passed the baton Good luck Mark!

I think he was the greatest on NCIS , and deserves nothing but praise for his retirement,he is well loved.

GOAT - Greatest Of All Time. My 10 year old grandson had to teach me this....

I was deeply saddened by Mark's departure from "NCIS", as I always loved the way in which he portrayed his character, Gibbs. The cast is a family of brilliant actors, strong people who have to deal with Life on its terms and unspeakable trauma in the cases they must solve together. Of course, Life always has a way of throwing curve balls that knock us all off track and into unanticipated new directions. Whether scripted or in real life, we must deal with it. This series has been forced to accept the real losses of so many wonderful characters, both in real life and in the story lines. I love the ways in which those losses have opened the doors to new people, whom I love, to fill in the gaps created. The revised cast of "NCIS" have done great work in keeping me hooked on their quirky, smart and dynamic characters. The continuation of creative, brilliant writing is the thread that allows this series to keep its luster and magnetism for all of us who love tuning in every week. I still binge on the re-runs, though. It's as if I never saw some of them, but I know I have because I've recorded them every week! Thank you, Mark Harmon. You still are one of the sexiest men in Hollywood! I'd do you at least once!

Time for Mark to spend more time with his wife & kids!

Thank you Mark Harmon...Enjoyed every episode.

I was skeptical too but I've kinda gotten used to Gary and think he's a perfect fit! I still watch NCIS!😊😊

Gibbs definitely made this show . And he is greatly missed. But I’m so surprised that he didn’t make a guest appearance on the show when ducky passed away. Was great to see Tony tho but he would of really did great wonders for the final goodbye to ducky

My heart and soul broke in season 15 episode 23 when Abbie left. She was the real backbone and soul of the show with her intellectual insights and findings that allowed the agents to do the field investigations. When Gibbs left, if broke the back of the show. Just not the same anymore.

I love the show,and was saddened by the falling out between Perrette and Harmon....they had amazing chemistry on the show,and it was sad to lose that.

Mark deserves his "retirement", come on guys..... he has been on the tube for at least 40 odd years.... give him some peace and quite and let him spend more time with beautiful wife Pam. Mork from Ork was besotted with her so let Mark do the same and give them their space and enjoy eachother (oké and the kids too)

As far as I am concerned he will be missed

Love Mark Harmon. I just can't get into the now NCIS..maybe one day. It was such an awesome show. I understand his wanting to just live his life. I am 74, been through lots of hard physical injuries and I am now enjoying living with my son and just enjoying the country.

i “met” him once. He was making a movie at Santa Anita and I was on a horse. Didn’t know who he was. It was the year he was voted People Magazine’s most sexy man. Had no clue

Like everyone else, I loved Mark Harmon as Gibbs. However, he was right to go when he did as he had started to look tired and no one in that position can keep going forever. The last episode was very moving and just right…well done its creators. I know Mark is involved now in the background of NCIS, so that’s great. I wish him every happiness and thank him for many wonderful years of viewing. Enjoy your later years doing what you want to Mark.

My favorite head flap is when Gibbs head slaps himself for messing with evidence! 😂

It is not the same without Mark. No disrespect to Gary but Mark had the X factor. God bless you all and thank you for such a fantastic programme 😢😢😢

I understand him wanting to retire.. no one can go on forever and glad he went out still on top, but NCIS has never been the same, the magic is not there anymore, its just another TV show

Love NCIS and the team of the original up to and including Cote (Ziva) was the best of the whole series.

I will love him FOREVER ,,,❤😢and miss him MORE ❤

i was sad but every once in awhile he came up in conversation and a letter arrived after ducki died from gibs. so its like he wasnt really gone

I've been watching this show since the beginning and would watch reruns because I love the personality of Mark Harmon and miss him on the show I didn't think the show was the same when Ziva left and then Tony left, it broke my heart but it's really not the same now that Mark Harmon is gone Being retired and 70 myself I understand him leaving but boy do I miss seeing him on the show, he is a very caring person on the show and that has to come from his personal life as well or he wouldnt' be able to show such emotions and control to make such a following of fans and love of the show.. The show isn't the same. Thank to the whole cast.

I love NCIS I can’t stop watching it. It’s the only program I watch after getting home from work.

I think Mark Harmon's departure from NCIS was extremely well deserved. If you don't agree, try to put yourself in his shoes. He has given 💯 to anything and everything that he has ever done. How many people have that special capability and dedication that has now spanned multiple decades. Would you continue to work to that degree until you just dropped dead?!! I was heartbroken when I learned he was no longer with the show, but I understood it was a long time coming. When was he supposed to start enjoying the fruits of his labor... quality time with his family, recreation, and whatever whenever. Some people are incessant takers, never tiring to take. I'm thrilled for him and any endeavors he chooses to immerse himself. Don't worry, fans, he's given himself the latitude to be seen in future episodes, but at his discretion. I think that is more than generous ❤.

Really love the show N.C,I,S, I tape them and watch it all day Hope it never goes off THANKS FOR A GREAT SHOW

He should have been on the episode to honor David “Ducky” McCallum. 😢

It's definitely not gonna be the same without Leonard Jeffrey gibs But I do understand everybody has to retire and take it back seat In the end We love you Mark Harmon And what But it opens a new door to see other actors and how they lead the show. We love you Mark Harmon And love you all NCIS Crew.

And he gives all glory and honor to God!

I hated that Perette made such a public spectacle about the reason she left the show. True or not, it was clearly meant to demean Harmon and those of us that had watched faithfully since the beginning could have done without the messy details of what may have gone on behind the scenes. Abs and Gibbs' relationship was one of the best things about the show and she wrecked it. Now when I see those old scenes it just makes me sad.

It is so sad that you avoided the "Kate" departure. Sasha was the best.

Gibbs/Harmon entertained me for many years -- professional, handsome as the devli and dedicated to the role. I will miss him; unfortunately, I don'r enjoy the new version of NCIS but I'm still a fan. Best of Everything to Mark. He earned retirement and I hope he has many years to enjoy it.

Lost without him, but like everyone he deserves to be free to retire just like anyone allowing him to enjoy the time with his family. Why shouldn't he. He has deserved and learnt this time after so much dedication. God bless you and your family. You will forever be loved respected and remembered for the wonderful time we have all, as fans enjoyed.

NCIS without Gibba, we never watched again.

Such a loss to me. I worked in Naval Intel and alongside with NCIS at times. SO much to say goodbye to. 😔

at least they didn't kill him off, so he might turn up if he feels like it

My favorite show but I am 73 and I sure GET IT. Nothing, for me will make the show the same but we still watch it.

Not as good I don't watch it now😢

I wish she had stayed as Leroy Jethro Gibbs, but looking back on his character and what happened to him I think it was time to MoveOn. They had been many losses over those 18 years of characters. A lot of them were fond memories of characters that we watched.❤❤❤❤

Nobody can play the lead of NCIS like Mark Harmon as Leroy Jethro Gibbs!! Period!’ He made NCIS a huge success! Great casting as well! Michael Weatherly as Anthony DeNozo perfect!! Kate another perfect match along with Sean as Timmy Magee ! What a fabulous cast! Let’s not forget Abby!! Replacement as okay! Ziva did a good job replacing Kate. David MaCallum was wonderful!! Would love to have the regulars back. The current team is barely okay. Still love Sean but the team isn’t cohesive! You could see the closeness when Gibbs, DeNozo,Ziva or Kate were together with Sean. Great acting team!!! Miss them. I watch the old episodes! Mark Harmon is one of kind!! Please come back Mark/Jethro!!!

Good things in life doesn't stay forever when we like a person in any shows we have to understand that they have their own personal life and we have realized we must keep going forward for whatever shows up and we have to be grateful that he gave us the satisfaction for him to be in our lives and pray for him to keep his personality alive

I was shocked. My NCIS crush not there anymore. To see him fishing in Alaska? I didnt know that was the last I would see of him. But saw him happy. Love You Gibbs

Harmon should have shown up for the special Duckie episode.

Okay, he mentions Kate and Bishop as his surrogate daughters, But didn't mention ziva?

Still watch all of NCIS shows; though I was very disappointed that Gibbs did not show for Ducky’s funeral. Glad Tony made a show.

I have always loved his acting, and I was hooked on Mork and Mindy as a kid, so I loved Pam and Robin from a young age as well. I believe he is genuine and respect his decision to go out on his own terms. I loved that they brought Pam in at the end, but I would have liked to see their character's end up in an old fishing cabin together. When I miss them, I just go to reruns.

I no longer watch the show. Change is inevitable, but when the main characters leave, well it isn't the same series. Good luck to those that left the show.

I miss Mark Harmon he was the best the show ncis will never be the same

I have the twenty seasons of NICS and watch on DVD all the time It is one of my favorite series to own and watch.

we will always cherish your talent and humbleness.

I hated that he left the show. Harmon really made it come alive. But I do understand why.

I still watch the re-runs of NCIS but only the ones with Mark Harmon in them, never could get into it after he left it was never the same sadly

THE "ONLY" TV SERIES IN 50 YEARS I'D NEVER MISS - BRILLIANT - PHENOMINAL CAST - WON'T BE EQUALED AGAIN. Producers Bellisario & Don McGill Are Genius! ** NCIS DIRECTORS= **Jenny (Lauren Holly), **Vance (Rocky Carroll) - * AGENTS = * Mark Harmon - Gibbs (Head), * Mike Weatherly, * Sean Murray - McGee, * Sasha Alexander - Caitlin, Cote De Pablo - Ziva, Emily Wickersham - Bishop MED/FORENSOIC = Pauley Perrette -Abby, Dave McCallum - Ducky --- Unimaginable actors, can never equal again.

Really sad that Mark didn’t show up for Duckie’s funeral on the show. 😢

I was very lucky to be able to retire at 55, but after a few years I found myself dabbling in my old profession, taking on a few projects and working just enough to remind myself I had a lot to contribute. I was also pleasantly surprised at the number of old friends that asked me to come do a few projects for them too. Now that I'm pushing 70 I have returned to retirement with a greater appreciation of time to sit, think, and do those things I want to do rather than need to do. I think Harmon made a good decision although I think it would enjoy the occasional return to the screen just to remind himself of what he did for the show and for his fans .....

To Mark Harmon: enjoy your retirement, it's the best!

OMG GET TO THE POINT!!

Soooooo what is shocking about him wanting to retire !?!?!?!?! Oh please , you people are something else ! ! ! 🤯😨🥴😫

I miss him Mark Harmon is my favoret actor I hope he comes. Back

If you decide to retire do your furniture building to stay busy love you sir best of wishes for you future god bless you

He deserves the peace and quiet he has earned. Well done Mark Harmon (Jethro Leroy Gibbs) forever ❤

Thank you! This whole presentation makes a lot more sense than all those trashy click bait tabloid scandal stories. There's always someone who wants to make a buck on lies and statements that hurt people.

I wasn proud of him, his role was going to be missed but he has a life he wanted to get back too. I am happy he is with his wife and boys and living their together. Thank you Mark Harmon for your role as Jethro Gibbs.

Wishing Mark & Pam all the best for their retirement. Enjoy.

I miss Mark Harmon, sorry, just not the same without him. I do understand, however, the need to enjoy his retirement and family. Life is too short not to have that downtime to enjoy life while people can. He is missed on the show. ❤

Pauley Perrette was perfect and the transition was very smooth. We love her too.

No one can go on forever. He is the same age as me and I retired at 62. Us older generation deserve to take a break. Leave him alone and stop making up stories.

Wish Mark Harmon all the best in his retirement, Lost interest in NCIS.

I wish they would have had him come back for Duckys funeral. I thought that was totally bad call. Even Tony came back for that.

I really miss Mark in the episode! It just is not the same!

G.O.A.T. also means Greatest Of All Time.

I miss Gibs in the series. For me it's not the same anymore. I miss the former group . But i still follow the show .

Happy Retirement Sir ! Happy for u ❤ !!!