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Lily Tomlin Books 'NCIS' Role

by Chris Harnick, posted Jul 22nd 2011 7:00PM
Lily TomlinIt turns out Special Agent Timothy McGee's grandma is one funny woman -- Lily Tomlin is set to guest star on 'NCIS' to play the role.

According to Entertainment Weekly, Tomlin will play Penelope in an episode that will air in the early fall.

"We are very excited to have the gifted Lily Tomlin join us to play McGee's grandmother," Gary Glasbeg, executive producer of 'NCIS,' said. "We know she'll bring extraordinary heart and pathos and humor to the show, and the cast and crew are thrilled to have her."

Look for the character to reveal some things about McGee's family that have been unknown.

Tomlin is no stranger to guest roles on some of TV's hottest shows. She's appeared in very high-profile roles on 'Damages' and 'Desperate Housewives,' and before that, on 'The West Wing.'

The 'Murphy Brown' veteran can also be seen in Showtime's 'Web Therapy' opposite Lisa Kudrow (Tuesdays, 11PM ET).

'NCIS' returns to CBS on Tues., Sept. 20 at 8PM.

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HANKSTERS

Well, at my age 85, it's always nice to see some of the very talented actors come back for a cameo.
NCIS, has been one of my favorite TV. shows
Some of these ( one a bee shows, ) insult our intelligence.

August 20 2011 at 7:47 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
gibbslaps1

I wonder if McGee's grandmother, who, I am willing to bet he calls Nana, has tatoos. I think she and Abby will hit it off right away. Of course, she will embarass Tim by flirting with DiNozzo in a fun and harmless way--after all if Ducky and Jackson can flirt why not she?

July 25 2011 at 7:24 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Kath Sy

it will be great seeing Lily play the part. She is an exceptional actress and I can predict she will add new color on the story. I will be waiting for her debut in the show. I will be tuning on tvhod so that i wont miss the episode.

July 24 2011 at 2:21 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Jane

I think it will bw gereat to see Lily play a grandmother to Tim, I hope to get more info on his family. Now when it comes to Jethro's love life I want to see Major Mann come back as a love connection. The times the story has had Major Mann the sparks fly they play there parts so convincingly .

July 23 2011 at 4:25 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
bigdad1154

ONE RINGY DINGY!! TWO RINGY DINGY!!! HERE WE GOO!!! CAN'T WAIT TO WATCH THIS EPISODE!!! LOVE NCIS!!! GO GET EM, LILY!!!!

July 23 2011 at 4:06 PM Report abuse +3 rate up rate down Reply
J Bear

Ok, "poppaspond" I'm with you! The only clue I could find that she was dying anyway was an abnormal blood test revealed by "Ducky." I'd love to see her come back either in a cameo appearence or as a vision that Jethro has about his trip with her during their "Yugoslavia" days. It would be great if she could pull off a Lazarus and be resurected though!

Now, regarding Lilly Tomlin. I think she would be a fantastic addition to the cast whatever her age! When people tell me I'm not "old" I just say back: Well, this is what 68 looks like. I'm proud of my age and don't care what any one else thinks about it because I'm fine wiht it!

July 23 2011 at 4:05 PM Report abuse +1 rate up rate down Reply
abeth118

The first story about Lily said that she was going to play his mother and grandmother??? What's up with that?? I'm thrilled to see her back on screen, she is a hoot and one of the best ever. Way to go, NCIS ... best show, best cast and now a perfect addition to the group. Thanks!!

July 23 2011 at 3:47 PM Report abuse +4 rate up rate down Reply
mitch

a one ring a ding ding, two ring a ding ding (snark), huh is this the party to who i am speaking too? can you find an old has been like myself for a gig on your show?

July 23 2011 at 3:40 PM Report abuse -4 rate up rate down Reply
divemedic911

well thank god ! i was worried to death something like this might get over looked.

July 23 2011 at 3:28 PM Report abuse -1 rate up rate down Reply
tommygirl

OK, why is everyone complaining about Ms. Tomlin playing McGee's grandma? You've got to remember that not Ms. Tomlin isn't that young she may look like it, and I don't mean to imply that she's old either. Yet, she has been around for a while. Now, not everyone looks like they're grandparents anymore. It so happens that some people we think are the grandparents are actually the parents and vice versa. I'm sure Ms. Tomlin loves to hear that she doesn't look old enough to play the grandma, but we also don't know how old any of the cast is, they keep that on the dl so, who knows. The one person who hasn't had family is Abby, I'd love to see someone from her family, but, I'd love to see them dress, and act "normal", and maybe give some insight on why she dresses and acts like she does. I do from an interview she gave, she said the one reason she said yes to the job, is because she is exactly like the character she plays, she dresses like that and loves all the stuff she talks about on the show. She did say that most of the tats she has are her own, but they do add some. I love the way she gets so excited about things, and she has a unique relationship with all the members on the show. I Love her, and I LOVE NCIS

July 23 2011 at 3:26 PM Report abuse +2 rate up rate down Reply

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