The season three finale of NCIS: Hawai’i aired on Monday night, marking LL Cool J’s final appearance as Special Agent Sam Hanna after the show’s cancellation by CBS. The rapper joined the Hawai’i-set series as a recurring guest star following the end of NCIS: Los Angeles last year, where he had portrayed the character since 2009.
Despite the show’s conclusion, fans can look forward to seeing LL Cool J back on their screens. He has been announced as one of the headliners for the 2024 Citi Concert Series, part of NBC’s Today show lineup. This summer concert series will take place at the iconic Rockefeller Plaza, kicking off on May 24 and running through September 27. While the specific date for LL’s performance has yet to be revealed, other big names like Meghan Trainor, Chance the Rapper, and Chris Stapleton are also set to perform.
The news of NCIS: Hawai’i’s cancellation was announced in April, coinciding with CBS renewing both NCIS and its new spin-off NCIS: Sydney. CBS Entertainment president Amy Reisenbach explained the difficult decision, stating the network’s commitment to keeping the schedule fresh and cohesive, despite the strong return of many shows following the Hollywood strikes.
LL Cool J quickly became a fan favorite on NCIS: Hawai’i. Cast members like Jason Antoon and Seana Kofoed praised his energy and enthusiasm for joining the show, especially after he experienced the vibrant atmosphere of Hawaii during a crossover event. “LL loves being here,” Antoon noted, highlighting the positive vibe he brought to the cast.
As LL Cool J embarks on this new chapter with his upcoming performance series, fans eagerly anticipate where his career will take him next, even as they bid farewell to his character in NCIS: Hawai’i.
