LL COOL J Returns To ‘NCIS’ In Season 22

Don’t call it a comeback! LL COOL J is returning for the 22nd season of NCIS.

Taking to Instagram on Thursday (March 20), the legendary rapper and actor confirmed his return in a joint post with NCIS.

Beginning with a blurred image, the words “Guess who’s back” appeared.

As a hand wiped away the clouded screen, LL came out on the other side.

“That’s better,” LL Cool J said. “Back on set, baby! NCIS. Let’s get it.” 

In April 2024, LL Cool J said that returning to the franchise felt like “good energy” and “good vibes.”

“It just felt right to me. It felt like, ‘You know what? Let’s have some fun. Let’s do this,” he told PEOPLE.

He also spoke about the development of his character Sam Hanna.

“The story definitely wasn’t over at all, that’s for sure,” LL explained. “We’re finding out more about Sam, but remember, this is a different thing because Sam was transferred here.”

LL then went on to speak glowingly about Vanessa Lachey, the lead actress in the series.

“I think it’s good energy,” LL Cool J told PEOPLE of his co-star. “She’s a lot of fun. I’m really happy for her, happy for the success that she’s enjoying with the show, and I look forward to making my contribution in the episodes that I appear and just hopefully making the show that much more enjoyable.”

NCIS resumes Season 22 on Monday, March 24.