‘NCIS’ Star Mark Harmon Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame

October 02, 2012 Television

Actor Mark Harmon earned a permanent place in Hollywood on Monday. The “NCIS” star accepted his star on the Walk of Fame with help from co-stars like Pauley Perrette and longtime friend and CBS honcho Les Moonves.

The ever-humble Harmon told “Extra’s” Renee Bargh that he was in awe of the honor.

'Extra' Raw! 'NCIS' Cast Members Take Pop Quiz

February 21, 2012 NCIS

"Extra's" Maria Menounos caught up with the entire cast of "NCIS" and quizzed them on how much they know about their own show.

Find out how knowledgeable Pauley Perrette, Michael Weatherly and Mark Harmon are -- as Maria puts them to the test!

Stars and Their New Year's Resolutions

December 30, 2011 Celebrity Highlights

"Extra" talked with some Hollywood A-listers about what they will change in 2012!

At the premiere of her film "We Bought a Zoo," actress Scarlett Johansson said, "I'm sleeping for the holidays this year."

Mark Wahlberg, starring in the upcoming action thriller "Contraband," replied, "I'm trying to do the right thing every day."

Pauley Perrette's Charitable Efforts

May 10, 2011 NCIS

Actress Pauley Perrette cares as much about the world as her character Abby Sciuto does about finding out the truth on "NCIS."

The active TV star told "Extra's" Mario Lopez she's involved in many projects. "I'm producing and directing a documentary. I'm finishing my record, 'Stop Making Friends," Perrette said, adding, "And I work for like 30 charities." Two of her favorites are Project Angel Food and The Amanda Foundation for Homeless Animals.

Ask the 'NCIS' Cast!

May 10, 2011 At the Grove

The stars of "NCIS" answered some fan questions at The Grove.

#1: How do you all interact with military personnel?

Pauley Perrette, who plays quirky forensic science specialist Abby Scuito, said, "We have so much involvement with the military, and they're welcome on our set. They act as technical advisors."

'NCIS' Special Event: Secrets, Spoilers and Hookups!

May 10, 2011 Candid Confessions

Every Tuesday, 20 million viewers tune in to spend an hour with CBS's #1 drama, "NCIS." Cast members Mark Harmon, Cote de Pablo, Michael Weatherly, and Pauley Perrette stopped by The Grove and chatted about all the hot topics with Mario Lopez, and were greeted by hundreds of loyal fans.

The first question on everyone's mind seemed to be the hookup between Ziva and Tony. Cote de Pablo, who plays Ziva, told Mario, "I love him [Tony], what can I say... not that way, come on." Pablo believes the secret to their success on the show is because "we're really comfortable." Weatherly added, "It's been a blessing and a real great gift."

Just the Facts, Please: The Cast of 'NCIS'

May 10, 2011 NCIS

Did you know that Pauley Perrette really does love forensic science? Or that Michael Weatherly once worked as a pizza delivery guy, and Mark Harmon was a carpenter?

Check out these fun facts about the cast of the hit CBS show "NCIS"!

Fun Facts on the 'NCIS' Cast

Mark Harmon: Married Man

Harmon married "Mork and Mindy" star Pam Dawber in 1987. They have two children, Sean Harmon, 23 and Ty Christian, 19.

Michael Weatherly: Entrepreneurial Father

Weatherly is the son of Michael Manning Weatherly, Sr., who made millions as the American importer of the Swiss Army Knife.

Pauley Perrette: Forensic Science Fanatic

Pauley graduated college with honors, studying sociology and psychology. Sheis completely obsessed with the study of forensic science.

Cote de Pablo: Miami Blues

Cote was born in Santiago, Chile, but was raised in Miami.

Sean Murray: David Lynch Fan

Murray is a huge fan of director David Lynch's work.

David McCallum: The Marriages

In his first marriage to actress Jill Ireland, McCallum had three children; Paul, Valentine, and Jason — who died of an accidental drug overdose in 1989. McCallum also has a daughter, Sophie, and son, Peter, from his second marriage to Katherine Carpenter.

Brian Dietzen: Colorado High

Dietzen graduated with a BFA in acting, the University of Colorado.

Michael Weatherly: Odd Jobs

Before his acting career took off, Weatherly sold shoes, delivered pizzas, dabbled in songwriting and also worked in the videotape library at ABC. A big part of his job there was to log and cart around one-inch reels of videotape.

Rocky Carroll: School Daze

Rocky attended the School for the Creative and Performing Arts in Cincinnati with Sarah Jessica Parker.

Mark Harmon: UCLA Bruin

Harmon graduated cum laude from UCLA in 1974, with a degree in Communications. He also played quarterback for UCLA Bruins, winning the National Football Foundation Award for all-round excellence.

Michael Weatherly: The Jessica Alba Connection

The actor was once engaged to his "Dark Angel" co-star, Jessica Alba.

Pauley Perrette: Volvo Enthusiast

Perrette owns three Volvos and praises the brand's safety record. She even tried to get her character on "NCIS: Naval Criminal Investigative Service" (2003) to drive a Volvo.

Cote de Pablo: Carnegie Mellon Girl

She attended Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, where she studied music theater and graduated in 2000.

Pauley Perrette: Punk Rocker

Pauley was the lead singer in the all-girl punk band, Lo-Ball.

Sean Murray: Big Break

His first big break came when he co-starred with Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro in "This Boy's Life." He also starred in the TV series "JAG."

Brian Dietzen: First Film

Dietzen made his big-screen debut alongside "American Idol" alums Kelly Clarkson and Justin Guarini in the 2003 "From Justin to Kelly."

Michael Weatherly: Daddy Time

Weatherly has one son, August Manning, born in 1996, with ex-wife Amelia Heinle.

Mark Harmon: Sexiest Man

Mark was chosen as People magazine's "Sexiest Man Alive" in 1986.

Pauley Perrette: Animal Lover

Pauley is very passionate about animal rescue and has two rescued dogs.

Cote de Pablo: Stuntwoman

Cote does her own stunts on "NCIS."

David McCallum: Illya Kuryakin

Of the three original stars of "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.," McCallum is the only one who never appeared on the spin-off series "The Girl from U.N.C.L.E."

Rocky Carroll: Broadway Lights

Carroll was nominated for a Tony Award for his turn in the 1990 Broadway production of August Wilson's "The Piano Lesson."

Mark Harmon: Likes to Build

Harmon worked as a carpenter before his acting career took off.

Pauley Perrette: Tattooed Lady

Perrette has a tattoo on the side of her finger which reads "12 21:, which stands for Romans, Chapter 12, Verse 21: "Never be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good."

Cote de Pablo: Shakespearean Training

In 2001, Cote appeared in the New York City Public Theater production of Shakespeare's "Measure for Measure."

Mark Harmon: Coors Spokesman

Harmon did over 20 Coors beer commercials in the '80s.

Michael Weatherly: I'm in a Band!

While playing in the band, he began acting professionally and landed his first job as Theo Huxtable's roommate on "The Cosby Show" and a role in the indie film "Trigger Happy," opposite Rosario Dawson.

Cote de Pablo: Aspiring Singer

The actress performed a portion of Tom Waits's song "Temptation" on a "NCIS" episode. Her full performance of the song, including some lyrics in French is on the "NCIS: The Official TV Soundtrack."