Cote de Pablo Finds Joy in Exploring Motherhood on ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ Series
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Cote de Pablo, the talented actress best known for her role in “NCIS: Tony & Ziva,” recently opened up about her experience delving into motherhood both on and off the screen in an exclusive interview. The actress, who is typically private about her personal life, shared insights into her portrayal of a mother on the show and how it resonates with her real-life journey of motherhood. The first three episodes of ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ are now available for streaming on Paramount+.
During the interview with PEOPLE at the NCIS: Tony & Ziva New York City red carpet event, Cote de Pablo, 45, expressed her delight in embracing the season’s storyline that revolves around motherhood. Drawing from her own experiences as a mother, de Pablo found it a fulfilling and enriching experience to bring elements of her personal life into the fictional world of the show.
Fans of the hit series will remember the dramatic twists involving de Pablo’s character, Ziva, who was once believed to be dead but resurfaced in season 16. De Pablo returned for several episodes in season 17, culminating in a heartwarming reunion in Paris with Michael Weatherly’s character, Tony, and their daughter Tali, played by Isla Gie. The new series explores Tony and Ziva navigating parenthood together while on the run across Europe, adding layers of complexity to their relationship.
Reflecting on her on-screen chemistry with Michael Weatherly, de Pablo shared that exploring the dynamics of their characters’ relationship was a delightful experience for her. As a real-life mother, she found it organic to incorporate aspects of motherhood into her performance, making the storyline even more meaningful and relatable.
While de Pablo is known for keeping her personal life under wraps, she effusively praised her on-screen daughter, Isla Gie, for her remarkable talent and contribution to the series. Gie’s portrayal of Tali adds depth to the family dynamic of the show, and de Pablo commended her for seamlessly incorporating the essence of Tony and Ziva’s characters into her performance.
In discussing the enduring appeal of Tony and Ziva’s relationship, de Pablo speculated that fans are drawn to the unresolved tension and chemistry between the characters that evolved over the show’s decade-long run. The playful banter, underlying emotions, and mutual understanding between Tony and Ziva resonated with audiences, creating a captivating dynamic that fans rooted for until the very end.
The first three episodes of ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ are now available for streaming on Paramount+, with new episodes airing weekly until the season finale on Oct. 23. The series promises to delve deeper into Tony and Ziva’s journey as they navigate the challenges of parenthood while evading threats across Europe.
In conclusion, Cote de Pablo’s portrayal of motherhood in ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ offers a poignant and authentic look at the complexities of balancing familial bonds with high-stakes situations. Her insights into the character dynamics and the resonance with her own experiences as a mother add layers of emotional depth to the series, making it a compelling watch for fans old and new.