Renée Felice Smith, who played Nell Jones in NCIS Los Angeles, reflected on her character's storyline with Marty Deeks, played by Eric Christian Olsen. The actors starred in the CBS drama for several seasons before Nell's departure in season 12. Fans were left heartbroken by her exit, and the actors shared a touching moment on social media, expressing their fondness for their characters' relationship. Nell made a surprise return in the series finale, hinting at a potential spin-off with her character at the helm of a new mission.