Guest star extraordinaire Nia Long is taking a full-time job on NCIS: Los Angeles, CBS announced Monday.
NCIS: Los Angeles Season 9 premieres Sunday, Oct. 1 at 9:30/8:30c on CBS.
“The character was created specifically for Nia to capitalize on her strengths and personality, and we are excited about the new opportunities and dynamics she brings to the show,” said NCIS: Los Angeles executive producer R. Scott Gemmill in a statement.
She’s the second high-profile new cast member to join an NCIS recently — Maria Bello joined the original series last week.