As a dedicated fan who has followed NCIS since its early days, I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of George Schenck, a man whose contributions to the show were nothing short of extraordinary. From his humble beginnings at USC to his groundbreaking work on NCIS, Schenck’s journey in Hollywood storytelling is a testament to hard work and perseverance.
In anticipation for the debut of “NCIS: Origins,” the first prequel set within the “NCIS” universe, which brings back Mark Harmon as series narrator, fans of the long-running CBS crime drama are experiencing a significant setback off-screen. Regrettably, George Schenck, a vital figure on the show for numerous seasons before his retirement, passed away at 82 years old.
According to a representative from CBS (as stated by THR), George Schenck sadly passed away at his residence in Los Angeles on the 3rd of August, Saturday. The reason for his death has not been disclosed.
After hearing the unfortunate news that was announced, longtime NCIS cast member Mark Harmon posted a heartfelt message expressing his grief over the loss of his former superior.
I’m truly saddened by the news about George. His unwavering professionalism and determination, along with Frank’s, significantly transformed our show. I cannot stress enough how grateful I am for their exceptional team spirit and camaraderie.
Born February 12, 1942, Schenck was long destined for Hollywood storytelling, having graduated from USC with a screenwriting degree alongside his military involvement with the U.S. Navy.
George Schenck joined the NCIS creative team during its initial season, which was a spinoff of JAG. Alongside his long-time writing partner Frank Cardea, he served as a consulting producer and writer for the first eight seasons. His role within the team was elevated to that of executive producer as they moved into Season 9.
In the middle of Season 14, the team consisting of Schenck and Cardea were appointed as joint lead producers, stepping into the role left vacant by Gary Glasberg following his passing in September 2016. They assumed their duties during a season where Michael Weatherly’s character Tony DiNozzo was no longer present, and subsequently guided the show through Pauley Perrette’s somewhat contentious departure in 2017.
After only two additional seasons, Schenck decided to retire from his work in 2018, setting aside his creative cap. On the other hand, Frank Cardea remained at the helm until he too retired in 2022. Together, they produced over 40 episodes of the highly successful series throughout their prolonged tenure as producers.
Prior to his work on NCIS, George Schenck refined his skills by working on various films from the ’60s and ’70s, including Barquero, More Dead Than Alive, and Futureworld’s sequel. Later, he wrote and produced for numerous television shows, often collaborating with Cardea. Throughout his career, he contributed episodes to series such as Bonanza, Barnaby Jones, Fantasy Island, Crazy Like a Fox, Bring ‘Em Back Alive, and High Sierra Search and Rescue.
In his time away from NCIS, Schenck has more recently been involved in writing episodes for the crime dramas Hack (David Morse’s two-season series) and Painkiller Jane (Kristanna Loken’s show), as well as the 2008 TV movie Kiss Me Deadly, which featured Shannen Doherty before her passing.
As a devoted fan, I’m deeply saddened by the loss of George Schenck and extend my heartfelt sympathies to his grieving family and friends during this challenging time.
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2024-08-05 19:37