Daniela Ruah, beloved for her portrayal of Special Agent Kensi Blye on NCIS: Los Angeles, has recently opened up about her potential return to the NCIS franchise. While she has stepped behind the camera to direct episodes for both NCIS and NCIS: Hawai’i, fans are eager to know if she’ll reprise her on-screen role. In a recent interview, Ruah expressed openness to the idea, stating, “If I get asked, I will certainly figure it out at the time. If it makes sense, why not, right?” Screen Rant+11Glamour+11Digital Spy+11Cinemablend+5HELLO!+5TV Insider+5HELLO!+1Digital Spy+1

Ruah’s transition to directing has been met with enthusiasm. She directed an episode of NCIS Season 21 and is set to direct an upcoming episode of NCIS: Hawai’i Season 3. Reflecting on her experience, she shared, “Kensi was born as a character on NCIS, 15 years ago, so now to be able to step onto that set again, as a director, with that incredible cast and crew, is an absolute honor. So many familiar faces and people I love, and they’ve welcomed me with open arms. It’s like coming home.” Screen RantDigital Spy+3HELLO!+3Screen Rant+3

Adding to fans’ excitement, Ruah made a brief cameo as Kensi in the franchise’s 1,000th episode, marking a significant milestone. She mentioned that the opportunity arose while she was in Hawai’i preparing to direct an episode, and she gladly accepted the chance to appear on-screen again. This cameo has reignited hopes among fans for a more substantial return of Kensi in future episodes. TV Insider

While there’s no official confirmation of Ruah’s return as Kensi Blye, her recent involvement with the franchise and expressed willingness suggest that fans might see her on-screen again. For now, viewers can look forward to her directorial contributions, bringing a fresh perspective to the series she has been an integral part of for over a decade