Why Michael Weatherly Left ‘NCIS’ — The Inside Story
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Michael Weatherly left the hit show "NCIS" as Special Agent Anthony DiNozzo chose family over duty — just as Michael chose to concentrate on his personal life after a bombshell exposé in The National ENQUIRER. Insiders revealed that pals were begging Michael to go into rehab after the star was caught in a troubling DUI bust!
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Weatherly, 47, was arrested in Nov. 2015 and charged with DUI and speeding when he was pulled over by Hollywood cops.“Friends are worried about him,” an insider told The ENQUIRER. “They’re telling him to go into rehab and get ahold of his life!”
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The actor had addressed his problems earlier, announcing in 2014: “I pulled way back on alcohol consumption.” He also dropped a whopping 35 pounds by going on a strict no-carb diet and following a healthy regimen. But pals still worried that the married father of three — who had just signed a two-year contract — may have bitten off more than he can chew.
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“Like a lot of Hollywood stars, he is under pressure right now to balance his home life and professional life,” said the insider. “He’s got a lot on the table, and probably needs to catch his breath a little bit.”
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Weatherly’s friends were also worried he will end up behind bars if convicted for drunk driving. “No one wants to see the judge in the case throw the book at him,” said the insider. “Going into rehab will hopefully convince the judge that Michael is serious, while at the same time help him personally.
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Shortly after The ENQUIRER's reporting, "NCIS" fans were surprised by an official statement from CBS: “After 13 years on 'NCIS,' Michael Weatherly is leaving the show at the end of this season. He is a valued part of the CBS family, and the immense charm and talent he brings to the screen as ‘Very’ Special Agent Tony DiNozzo has helped make NCIS what it is today — the No. 1 drama in the world.”
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**EXCLUSIVE** Actor Michael Weatherly looks a little protley on a grocery run in L.A. RESTRICTIONS APPLY PLEASE SEE NOTES
Michael entered a plea deal that gave him three years on probation. He was ordered to undergo a three-month program run by Mothers Against Drunk Driving program, in addition to another alcohol program. He's already planning to move on as the lead in a new CBS show. He'll play a jury advisor on the new legal drama "Bull" — where the star will hopefully be staying on the right side of the law.
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Michael Weatherly left the hit show "NCIS" as Special Agent Anthony DiNozzo chose family over duty — just as Michael chose to concentrate on his personal life after a bombshell exposé in The National ENQUIRER. Insiders revealed that pals were begging Michael to go into rehab after the star was caught in a troubling DUI bust!
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Mipcom Opening Party Red Carpet Arrivals in Cannes
Weatherly, 47, was arrested in Nov. 2015 and charged with DUI and speeding when he was pulled over by Hollywood cops.“Friends are worried about him,” an insider told The ENQUIRER. “They’re telling him to go into rehab and get ahold of his life!”
Photo credit: Splash News
50th Monte Carlo TV Festival – Day 4
The actor had addressed his problems earlier, announcing in 2014: “I pulled way back on alcohol consumption.” He also dropped a whopping 35 pounds by going on a strict no-carb diet and following a healthy regimen. But pals still worried that the married father of three — who had just signed a two-year contract — may have bitten off more than he can chew.
Photo credit: Getty Images
27th Annual PaleyFest – “NCIS”
“Like a lot of Hollywood stars, he is under pressure right now to balance his home life and professional life,” said the insider. “He’s got a lot on the table, and probably needs to catch his breath a little bit.”
Photo credit: Getty Images
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Weatherly’s friends were also worried he will end up behind bars if convicted for drunk driving. “No one wants to see the judge in the case throw the book at him,” said the insider. “Going into rehab will hopefully convince the judge that Michael is serious, while at the same time help him personally.
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Shortly after The ENQUIRER's reporting, "NCIS" fans were surprised by an official statement from CBS: “After 13 years on 'NCIS,' Michael Weatherly is leaving the show at the end of this season. He is a valued part of the CBS family, and the immense charm and talent he brings to the screen as ‘Very’ Special Agent Tony DiNozzo has helped make NCIS what it is today — the No. 1 drama in the world.”
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**EXCLUSIVE** Actor Michael Weatherly looks a little protley on a grocery run in L.A. RESTRICTIONS APPLY PLEASE SEE NOTES
Michael entered a plea deal that gave him three years on probation. He was ordered to undergo a three-month program run by Mothers Against Drunk Driving program, in addition to another alcohol program. He's already planning to move on as the lead in a new CBS show. He'll play a jury advisor on the new legal drama "Bull" — where the star will hopefully be staying on the right side of the law.
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