'Mama Said Knock You Out' hitmaker LL Cool J has delighted fans by announcing that he is reprising his iconic role of Sam Hanna on the 'Naval Criminal Investigative Service' franchise.
- March 21, 2025
AceShowbiz - LL Cool J is set to make a notable return to the "NCIS" universe on April 21. The "Mama Said Knock You Out" rapper, whose real name is James Todd Smith, shared the thrilling news via a joint Instagram post with the official "NCIS" account, generating widespread excitement among fans.
The announcement came with a teaser video where LL Cool J wiped away a blurred screen, revealing himself and exclaiming, "Back on set, baby! NCIS. Let's get it." The rapper-turned-actor will reprise his role as Sam Hanna, a character he portrayed through all 14 seasons of "NCIS: Los Angeles" before its conclusion in May 2023.
This guest appearance by LL Cool J on the flagship "NCIS" series follows his involvement in "NCIS: Hawai'i" season 3, marking a seamless continuation of Sam Hanna's journey. "NCIS" is currently in its 22nd season, featuring stars like Sean Murray, Wilmer Valderrama, Brian Dietzen, and more.
Dietzen, who plays Dr. Jimmy Palmer on the show, previously teased his experience working with one returning cast, "I just worked with one, and I'm not allowed to tell you, but I'll tell you it's someone from NCIS's past, and it's going to be fantastic, and I think people are really going to lose their s***."
As anticipation builds, fans can catch the ripple effect of his return on April 21, a significant event that the "NCIS" community will surely celebrate.
