Hetty Lange: The Queen Who Vanished
Wait, What Happened to Hetty?
If you're an NCIS: Los Angeles fan, chances are you've been left scratching your head wondering, "Where in the name of all that is holy is Hetty Lange?" It's like the writers decided to play a cruel joke on us and hide the most intriguing character in a top-secret location (probably somewhere with excellent Wi-Fi and a bottomless supply of Earl Grey).
A Brief History of Hetty's Disappearance
For those living under a rock (or, you know, just really busy with other important life stuff), let's recap. Hetty, the enigmatic, all-knowing, and slightly terrifying operational manager of NCIS Los Angeles, has been MIA for a while. It all started with a car accident, which gave her a much-needed (and well-deserved) break. But then came the dreaded C-word: COVID. The producers, ever mindful of their cast's well-being, decided to keep Linda Hunt, the brilliant actress behind Hetty, safe and sound.
Conspiracy Theories Abound
Of course, being the dedicated NCIS fans we are, we couldn't just accept this explanation. Theories ran wild. Some said Hetty was on a secret mission to uncover a global conspiracy involving deep-fried Oreos. Others claimed she'd finally found a worthy opponent in a game of chess and had disappeared into another dimension. Personally, I'm leaning towards the deep-fried Oreo theory. It just seems more plausible.
The Heartbreak of No Hetty
Let's face it, NCIS LA just isn't the same without Hetty's cryptic remarks, her impeccable style, and her uncanny ability to know exactly what everyone is thinking (or at least pretending to think). It's like watching a mystery without the main detective. Or eating a pizza without the cheese. It's just not right.
But fear not, fellow Hetty lovers! There's always hope. Rumors have it that she might make a triumphant return in the series finale. Until then, we can only hope and pray to the television gods.
How to Cope With the Absence of Hetty
- How to find solace: Immerse yourself in old NCIS LA episodes. Rewatch your favorite Hetty moments and pretend she never left.
- How to stay hopeful: Keep an eye on social media for any hints or clues about Hetty's return.
- How to channel your inner Hetty: Practice your best cryptic remarks and develop an uncanny ability to find things.
- How to support the cause: Write letters to the producers demanding Hetty's return. Or, you know, just tweet about it a lot.
- How to prepare for her return: Start practicing your best "I'm back" pose. You never know when you might need it.