The Curious Case of Deeks: Did NCIS: Los Angeles Throw Him Off the Boat?
Ah, Marty Deeks. The surfer dude with a badge, the king of dad jokes, and the man who somehow managed to snag the gorgeous Kensi Blye. For thirteen seasons, Deeks was a staple on NCIS: Los Angeles, providing laughs, undercover skills, and a whole lot of heart. But then, the unthinkable happened... Deeks seemingly vanished in the series finale!
Did Hetty Lock Him in the Boat Shed?
Conspiracy theory number one: Hetty Lange, the ever-enigmatic Operations Manager, decided Deeks needed a permanent tan and some time to perfect his whittling skills. Let's face it, the boat shed has seen stranger things (remember that time Granger got kidnapped by a pelican? No? Just me, then). But this theory has a major flaw: wasn't Deeks, you know, happily married with a baby on the way in the finale? Hard to imagine Hetty being that heartless (though some might argue hiding a sniper rifle in a bouquet of roses is pushing it).
Did Kensi Finally Snap After One Too Many Dad Jokes?
We all love Deeks' humor, but let's be honest, it can be...acquired. Maybe, just maybe, Kensi finally reached her breaking point. Perhaps the series finale was actually a cleverly disguised witness protection program to keep Deeks safe from marital retaliation. This theory, however, is undermined by the fact that Kensi seemed pretty darn excited about their upcoming arrival. Plus, come on, even Kensi wouldn't throw away a perfectly good partner (and source of endless amusement).
The Shocking Truth: Deeks Retired (and Possibly Took Up Surfing...Professionally)
Okay, okay, so the real reason Deeks is gone is a bit more mundane. NCIS: Los Angeles, sadly, was cancelled after its thirteenth season. This means Deeks, along with the rest of the team, presumably rode off into the sunset (or more likely, caught a wave). There's no official word on what Deeks is up to now, but here's my guess: he retired from NCIS, finally convinced Kensi to let him pursue professional surfing (with a hefty life insurance policy in place, of course), and is living the ultimate California dream.
So there you have it, folks. The mystery of Deeks' disappearance is solved (sort of). While we may never see him crack another case with Kensi by his side, one thing's for sure: Marty Deeks left a lasting impression on NCIS: Los Angeles, and in our hearts. Here's to hoping he surfaces somewhere, maybe in a guest spot on another show, reminding us all that sometimes, a good dad joke is all you need to save the day.
