For over six years, Wilmer Valderrama was one half of one of the most popular couples in Hollywood.
Now, he’s set to be one cast member on the most popular show on television.
Earlier this month, Valderamma and Demi Lovato stunned the world when they announced the end of their lengthy relationship.
Both sides confirmed the break-up via a statement on social media, saying they are “better off as best friends.”
But while the actor’s personal life has made news for several months now, the Internet is now buzzing over a professional decision:
Wilmer Valderrama will be a series regular on NCIS Season 14.
Fresh off a five-episode arc on Grey’s Anatomy Season 12, Valderrama will come on board network television’s highest-rated series as a “once grounded NCIS field agent who accepted a deep cover assignment years ago and never resurfaced. Many agents don’t know he’s still on the job or that he’s even alive,” according to a press release.
Now, the character is “back and his dedication to job and country has left him an unpredictable, charismatic loose cannon.”
Via statement, executive producer Gary Glasberg said the role will permit Valderrama to “flex his dramatic, physical and comedic talents.
“Fans are going to see him like they’ve never seen him before. This is going to be fun. We’re thrilled he’s coming aboard.”
NCIS just lost long-time star Michael Weatherly, who concluded his 13-year run on the show this past May.
We’ve also learned that British actor Duane Henry and 24 alum Sarah Clarke will recur on the drama this fall.
Previous to joining NCIS and to appearing on Grey’s Anatomy, Valderrama stopped by such shows as Minority Report, From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series and Suburgatory.
He’s very handsome.