Viral posts claiming that Cote de Pablo, now 46, once “confessed she was the love of his life” have been spreading again, sending fans searching for the supposed quote. But despite the dramatic headlines, no verified interview or statement supports that claim.
Where the rumor started
The story appears to stem from fan interpretations of older interviews and the strong on-screen chemistry de Pablo shared with NCIS co-stars, especially Michael Weatherly and Mark Harmon. Over time, her kind words about colleagues — often taken out of context — have been reshaped into romantic speculation online.
What she’s actually said
In confirmed interviews, de Pablo has consistently described her relationships with castmates as respectful and professional. She has acknowledged close bonds formed during years on the show, but she has never said she was “the love of anyone’s life.”
Why it keeps coming back
Memorable on-screen chemistry
Emotional Ziva David storylines
Longtime fan nostalgia
Social media headlines built for clicks
The reality
Cote de Pablo keeps her personal life private and has not made any public romantic confessions about former co-stars. The viral narrative is fueled by speculation and nostalgia — not facts.