NCIS Special Agent Alden Parker may not be an actor by trade, but he sure does have a lot in common with one. It turns out that the man who plays Parker had more influence over his character than many probably expected. Gary Cole revealed how the show cultivated Parker's personality to Watch magazine, saying, "He's trying to fit in, he's trying to improve himself. He's a problem solver. I can relate to all that in this situation." But those common traits aren't a coincidence. The actor added, "What's nice is the producers and writers go out of their way to personalize the character for you. There's a kind of NCIS character bible, and they try to match some of my traits and back story with Parker's ... You can really lean into those details for consistency and comfort."
After reading Cole's feelings about Alden Parker's introduction and development, there is a strong indication that the actor has had a rewarding experience and enjoys working with the talented people on the CBS series. And it isn't just the writers and producers he has offered high praise for in the past. When it comes to the people on the production, Cole said to ET Canada, "I've worked with great crews but I have to say it's the best crew on planet Earth." It's no secret that bringing "NCIS" to viewers is a team effort, and Cole is very proud to be working with such gifted individuals.
