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We were joined on the Popternative show by Medalion Rahimi who stars as Special Agent Fatima Namazi in the CBS’ drama series NCIS: Los Angeles. Medalion was promoted to a series regular in season 11 after her first appearance as Special Agent Fatima in season 10. Special Agent Fatima wears a hijab in the series and is the first series regular in the United States to wear one.
NCIS: Los Angeles Synopsis
NCIS: Los Angeles is a drama about the high-stakes world of a division of NCIS that is charged with apprehending dangerous and elusive criminals, who pose a threat to the nation’s security. By assuming false identities and utilizing the most advanced technology, this team of highly trained agents goes deep undercover, putting their lives on the line in the field to bring down their targets. Armed with the latest in high-tech gear and sent regularly into life-threatening situations, this tight-knit unit relies on each other to do what is necessary to protect national interests.
Via CBS
The series also stars Chris O’Donnell, LL Cool J, Linda Hunt, Daniela Ruah, Eric Christian Olsen, Caleb Castille, and Gerald McRaney.
In our interview, Medalion talks about becoming an NCIS: Los Angeles series regular and her initial reaction, working on a series where the audience member is an active detective each week, working with the ensemble cast, and much more.
Watch the full interview below.
NCIS: Los Angeles season 14 returns on Sunday, January 8th, 2023 at 9 p.m. ET.
Episodes can also be streamed on Paramount+.
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