Stray Kids’ Felix Gets a Surprise Shout-Out on U.S. Drama ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’

American hit drama ‘NCIS’ has once again spotlighted K-pop, this time giving a special mention to Stray Kids’ Felix in its latest spin-off, catching the attention of fans worldwide.

On the episode of ‘NCIS: Tony & Ziva’ released on the 4th (local time), Ziva David (played by Cote de Pablo) says, “I’ve been looking forward to meeting her. I even bought a Stray Kids poster for her. Tony (Michael Weatherly) said he likes the cute one. Who was it again? Felix.” This unexpected reference to Felix, known for his striking visuals and deep voice, sent K-pop fans into a frenzy.



The ‘NCIS’ franchise has featured Korean-related storylines several times in the past. Earlier seasons often focused on North Korea, but by Season 16, K-pop artists like Zico and B.I were mentioned, reflecting the genre’s growing global influence.

This time, Felix was singled out as a representative K-pop idol, sparking delighted reactions from netizens: “I can’t believe Felix got mentioned here,” “Never expected this, LOL,” and “Even there, he’s known as the pretty one!”

Meanwhile, Stray Kids made their comeback on the 22nd of last month with their new album ‘KARMA’, and are actively promoting the title track ‘CEREMONY’.

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This article is a translated version of the original Korean article published by Xportsnews, originally written by Lee ChangKyu. This article was translated from Korean using AI-assisted tools and human review to deliver an accurate and culturally appropriate version for international readers.