He was 90, having celebrated his birthday less than a week ago.
From Day 1, it was an honor to work with him and he never let us down.
He was, quite simply, a legend.
David McCallumSonja Flemming/CBS/Courtesy
He was also family and will be deeply missed.
The previously announced 20th anniversaryNCISmarathon will now include an In memoriam card in remembrance of McCallum.
it’s possible for you to see it below.
David McCallum as Medical Examiner Dr. Donald “Ducky” Mallard. (Photo by Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images)Sonja Flemming/CBS via Getty Images
David was a gifted actor and author, and beloved by many around the world.
McCallum found his next hit withNCIS.
McCallum remained on the show til the end, working a lighter schedule over the last several years.
He showcased his signature sense humor in announcing his return in 2018.
In 2016 McCallum published his first novel,Once a Crooked Man.
He always put family before self.
Her answer was simply, Yes.
But I do wish we had had a chance to grow old together.
She is 79, and dad just turned 90.
