Anthony DiNozzo facts for kids

Anthony D. "Tony" DiNozzo Jr. is a made-up character from the popular CBS television show NCIS. He is played by the actor Michael Weatherly. Before he joined the NCIS team, Tony worked as a police detective in Baltimore.

In January 2016, Michael Weatherly and CBS announced that Season 13 would be Tony DiNozzo's last as a regular character on the show.

Who is Tony DiNozzo?

Tony DiNozzo is a very important part of the NCIS team. NCIS stands for Naval Criminal Investigative Service. This group solves crimes that involve the United States Navy and United States Marine Corps. Tony was the senior field agent on the Major Case Response Team. This means he was a lead investigator for big, important cases.

Tony is known for his funny personality. He often makes jokes and references to movies. Even though he can be a bit silly sometimes, he is a very skilled agent. He is good at his job and cares deeply about his teammates. His past experience as a police detective helped him a lot in his work with NCIS.

The Actor Who Plays Tony

The talented actor Michael Weatherly brings Tony DiNozzo to life on screen. Michael Weatherly played Tony for many years. He was a main character from the very beginning of the show.

After 13 seasons, Michael Weatherly decided to leave NCIS. This meant that Tony DiNozzo's story on the show changed. Characters sometimes leave TV shows to explore new stories or projects. Tony's departure was a big moment for fans of the series.

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  Michael Weatherly as Anthony DiNozzo filming in 2008