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NCIS series, one of the longest-running police procedural on American television, returned to CBS with season 22 in October, 2024. The show debuted on CBS in 2003, following a team of special agents from the Naval Criminal Investigative Service.
From seasons 1 to 19, the NCIS team has been led by Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs, portrayed by Mark Harmon. They handle high-stakes cases often involving terrorism, espionage, and military conflict. The latest spin-off series titled NCIS: Origins, delves into Leroy' backstory and his journey to becoming the Major Case Response Team's (MCRT) leader.
Jackson Gibbs, portrayed by late actor Ralph Waite, is the father of Leroy Jethro Gibbs. He is a former Marine and World War II veteran, who runs a small-town store in Stillwater, Pennsylvania. Robert Taylor has now joined the cast of NCIS: Origins as Jackson Gibbs to take over the role of Waite.
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NCIS series is created by Donald P. Bellisario and Don McGill. It is the longest-running scripted primetime television series on CBS.
Which actor portrayed Gibbs' father in the NCIS series?
Ralph Waite was a veteran American actor who was active in television and films for around six decades, with Jackson Gibbs (NCIS) being one of his memorbale roles. He gained recognition for his portrayal of John Walton Sr., on the popular TV series The Waltons. He had other notable credits in films and shows like Cool Hand Luke, Five Easy Pieces, and Bones.
In the NCIS series, Jackson is portrayed as a man with strong moral values and a straightforward personality, which explains his son Leroy's ethical code and approach to life as well. The relationship between Jackson and his son is complex, marked by both concern for each other and tension because of their choices in life.
Jackson Gibbs makes his first appearance in season 6 and is mentioned multiple times up till season 19 and Harmon's departure. His strained relationship with his son is due to multiple reasons including his wife's suicide, Leroy's decision to join NCIS, and their differing outlooks on life. His character is pivotal in framing Jethro Gibbs's character and psyche in the NCIS series.
Jackson Gibbs in NCIS: Origins
In NCIS: Origins, Robert Taylor steps into the role of the younger Jackson Gibbs, taking over from Waite and bringing new layers to the character. Taylor is an Australian actor primarily known for his portrayal of Walt Longmire in the American series Longmire. Taylor has also appeared in films such as The Matrix, Vertical Limit, and Storm Warning.
In the five episodes released so far, the spin-off series explores Jackson's relationship with his son in much more detail than the flagship show. In the NCIS series, Gibbs mentions that he has not seen his father after the funeral of his first wife and daughter. However, in NCIS: Origins, the audience can see how Jackson looks out for his son after the murders, and even asks him to move back home.
The fans also get a glimpse of Jackson's interaction with a young Mike Franks (Kyle Schmid), as he confronts the latter for recruiting his son as part of the NCIS team and asks him to fire Leroy. Jackson Gibbs is a complex character and with NCIS: Origins, fans will get a chance to dive deep into the character's backstory and the father-son dynamic of the Gibbs men.
Catch NCIS season 22 and NCIS: Origins on CBS and Paramount+.
