The Real Reason Lauren Holly Left NCIS

NCIS has seen a lot of characters come and go over the years, with only a few characters left who have been there since the beginning. One character who had a short but memorable run on the show was Jennifer Shepard, played by Lauren Holly. Ultimately, Holly wasn't expecting a long-term gig at all, as she simply signed onto the show to work alongside friend and former co-star Mark Harmon, but her character's role expanded. She did eventually decide to leave the show behind, but it was a completely amicable split. Let's take a look at the real reason why Lauren Holly left NCIS.