Wilmer Valderrama has set the NCIS fandom buzzing with his latest TV announcement, and reactions are pouring in fast. Best known to fans as the intense and loyal Nick Torres, Valderrama revealed plans that could pull him in a new direction outside of the long-running procedural. For a character as central as Torres, the idea of Valderrama stepping away—or even splitting his time—immediately sparked a mix of excitement and concern among viewers.

Some fans are thrilled to see him broadening his horizons, applauding the chance for him to showcase his talent beyond NCIS. Others, however, worry about what this means for the show’s future, especially after a series of major cast departures that have already shifted the team’s dynamic. Torres has become the emotional anchor in many storylines, and the thought of losing that presence has stirred unease.

Still, Valderrama’s announcement proves he’s ready to expand his career while leaving the door open for what comes next. For NCIS fans, the real drama may not just be on screen this season—it’s in waiting to see how much longer Torres will be part of the family, and whether this news marks the beginning of another major change in the show’s legacy.