Hollywood Reacts to 'NCIS' Boss Gary Glasberg's Death
2:23 PM PDT 9/28/2016 by THR staff

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The longtime 'NCIS' showrunner and creator of 'NCIS: New Orleans' passed away on Wednesday.
Gary Glasberg, the beloved showrunner on CBS' NCIS, died Tuesday night in his sleep. He was 50.
Glasberg joined NCIS in 2009 and took over as showrunner in 2011. The 14th season, as well as its third-year spinoff NCIS: New Orleans, both returned for their new seasons on CBS last week.
The NCIS cast and crew said in a statement on Wednesday: “Gary was our rock, our cheerleader, our team captain. He inspired us with his leadership, his creative instincts and keen insight. NCIS will not be the same without him, and each of us will miss his smiling face and unwavering humor, which lifted us every day."
Glasberg had signed a new three-year overall deal with NCIS producers CBS Television Studios that would have kept him at the helm of both shows through 2019. He is survived by his wife of 20 years, TV producer and screenwriter Mimi Schmir and their two sons, Dash and Eli.
“Today is an overwhelmingly sad day for NCIS, CBS and anyone who was blessed to spend time with Gary Glasberg," said CBS Entertainment President Glenn Geller in a statement. "We have lost a cherished friend, gifted creative voice, respected leader and, most memorably, someone whose warmth and kindness was felt by all around him. Our heartfelt thoughts and sympathies go out to his wife, Mimi, his two sons and all his family and friends.”
Cote de Pablo, who starred on NCIS from 2005 to 2013, issued a statement to The Hollywood Reporter upon hearing the news. “I worked with Gary Glasberg for years during my time at NCIS," she said. "I just found out about his passing a couple of minutes ago. The news is shocking and sad. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and his two kids, with the cast and crew...I will remember him by his great big smile.”
"What sad a day this is," posted NCIS star Michael Weatherly on Twitter. "Gary Glasberg was a gentle man and gentleman loved by so many people." Pauley Perrette added, "Our hearts are collectively broken...There are no words."
Many others in Hollywood were quick to react on social media. See the posts as they come in below.
What sad a day this is. Gary Glasberg was a gentle man and gentleman loved by so many people. Send your love to his family.
— Michael Weatherly (@M_Weatherly) September 28, 2016
Our hearts are collectively broken. Our #NCIS show runner and boss Gary Glasberg has passed away. In shock and sadness. There are no words.
— Pauley Perrette (@PauleyP) September 28, 2016
#NCIS has lost an incredible man & leader, Gary Glasberg I'm grateful 4 ur trust & love, till we meet again. We'll make you proud #RIP
— Wilmer Valderrama (@WValderrama) September 28, 2016
May prayers be with your two young boys, you changed my life. Period. #ripgaryglasberg #ncis
— Duane Henry (@RealDuaneHenry) September 28, 2016
Deeply saddened to hear of my friend #GaryGlasberg passing. Truly, one of the kindest humans I've known.
— KaDee Strickland (@KaDeeStrick) September 28, 2016
In loving memory of Gary Glasberg. https://t.co/FEC81tDoG4 pic.twitter.com/yerHiIuF5N
— CBS TV Studios (@CBSTVStudios) September 28, 2016
A sad day. You touched so many lives and careers. An awesome boss and a wonderful man. May you rest in peace Gary! #NCIS #NCISNOLA https://t.co/TOqKlZSXoL
— Shalita Grant (@ShalitaGrant) September 28, 2016
Gary brought me into #NCIS.
I'm stunned to hear this.
So grateful that I got to work with him. https://t.co/ViHieywppB— Jon Cryer (@MrJonCryer) September 28, 2016
Oh
This is horrible
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— Jon Cryer (@MrJonCryer) September 28, 2016
Heart broken to hear of Gary Glasberg's passing and sending love to his family and #NCIS family @mostx1 @SeanHMurray @BrianDietzen
— Melinda McGraw (@Melinda_McGraw) September 28, 2016
We are heartbroken by the sudden loss of our leader and friend Gary Glasberg. To my NCIS family, I wish I was with u on set today.
— Rocky Carroll (@RockyCOfficial) September 28, 2016
Prayers and condolences to Gary's family. His CBS family will miss him ! Thank you for everything. R. I. P. my friend.
— Rocky Carroll (@RockyCOfficial) September 28, 2016
Incredibly sad day for the NCIS and NCISNOLA family. He literally changed the course of my life, and was a true joy to be around. RIP Gary. https://t.co/y8tP02GNfb
— Rob Kerkovich (@RobKerkovich) September 28, 2016
Gary Glasberg was a wonderful, warm funny guy. A true Bongoite, a showrunning compatriot, & a mensch. Don't put off seein' folks. pic.twitter.com/OyQRBnkwYc
— Scott M. Gimple (@ScottMGimple) September 28, 2016
We are in shock and struck w great sadness at the loss of our leader Gary Glasberg here at NCIS. Today we celebrate you Gary w all our love.
— Emily Wickersham (@EmilyWickersham) September 29, 2016