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Where Has NCIS: Los Angeles’ Hetty Been All Season?

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The highly anticipated 12th season of popular crime drama NCIS: Los Angeles returned to our screens in November 2020, leaving fans with many unanswered questions.

One of the biggest mysteries of the season so far has been the absence of beloved character Hetty Lange, played by the incomparable Linda Hunt.

Hetty has been an integral part of the NCIS: Los Angeles team since the very beginning, known for her enigmatic personality and brilliant strategic mind. So why has she been missing in action for the entire season so far?

The last time we saw Hetty was in the season 11 finale, where she made the decision to retire from her position as Operations Manager and hand over the reins to Granger (played by the late Miguel Ferrer). In a heartfelt farewell, Hetty entrusted her team to Granger and disappeared without a trace, leaving fans wondering where she could possibly be.

As the season 12 premiere rolled around, fans were eager to see Hetty’s grand return, but were met with disappointment when she was nowhere to be seen. Instead, Granger’s replacement, Kilbride (played by Gerald McRaney), appeared as the new Acting Operations Manager, much to the dismay of the team.

However, showrunner R. Scott Gemmill assures fans that Hetty’s absence is only temporary. In an interview with TV Insider, he revealed that Hunt’s limited availability due to the COVID-19 pandemic was the main reason for Hetty’s reduced role this season. With Hunt being in the high-risk category for coronavirus, the production team has been taking extra precautions to keep her safe.

Gemmill also confirmed that Hetty’s retirement is not permanent and that she will eventually return to her role as Operations Manager. In fact, Hunt was able to film a handful of scenes for the first few episodes of the season before production was shut down due to the pandemic.

So where exactly is Hetty at the moment? According to Gemmill, she is “stepping away for a little bit,” and is currently in D.C. taking care of unfinished business. This vague statement has left fans speculating about what Hetty could be up to and when she will return to the team.

Some fans have theorized that Hetty might be working on a secret mission, while others are convinced that her retirement might be a cover-up for something more serious. As always, Hetty’s mysterious nature keeps us guessing and eagerly waiting for her grand return.

In the meantime, the absence of Hetty has allowed McRaney’s character, Kilbride, to shine and add a new dynamic to the team. He brings a no-nonsense attitude and a different style of leadership, which has been both challenging and refreshing for the team to adapt to.

While Hetty may not be physically present, her influence and impact is still felt throughout the season. The team often references her and struggles to adjust to her absence, showing just how much she means to them.

So, when can we expect to see Hetty back on our screens? With production for the show resuming in October, it is likely that we will see her return in the latter half of the season. Gemmill has also hinted that Hetty’s return will be “memorable” and will involve a “big arc” for her character.

The wait for Hetty’s return may be agonizing for fans, but we can rest assured that she will be back with a bang. In the meantime, we can enjoy the new dynamic within the team and trust that Hetty is taking care of important matters in D.C.

NCIS: Los Angeles has proven to be a resilient and ever-evolving show, and the absence of Hetty this season has only added to the excitement and anticipation for her return. As we eagerly wait for her comeback, one thing is for sure – Hetty Lange will always be an essential part of the NCIS: Los Angeles team, and her presence is sorely missed.