Following years of conjecture, Eric Christian Olsen—who plays Marty Deeks on NCIS: Los Angeles—has at last spoken out on a matter that fans have been buzzing about. The actor recently answered rumors about his future in the entertainment business, therefore dispelling any questions about his intentions going ahead.

Olsen revealed that he is moving away from performing to concentrate on producing and writing, passions he has discreetly developed over years. Though I always have a particular place in my heart for acting, behind-the-scenes storytelling has become my new passion. Fans assumed his change following his growing participation in ventures outside the limelight; today, this is official.

Among his followers, the news has generated mixed feelings as well as exhilaration. Although audiences will miss Olsen’s charm on film, many are excited to see his creative vision come to life on his next endeavors. Olsen is still appreciative of the affection and encouragement of his supporters as he enters this new era of his career; he promises that this chapter will be just as significant as the last.