Nick Torres’ Love Life Takes a Risky Turn in NCIS Season 22
Nick Torres’ journey through love on NCIS has been anything but smooth, and his latest romance in season 22 seems to be creating more tension than joy. Fans will remember Torres’ last major relationship with Ellie Bishop, which ended in heartbreak during season 18. Bishop left Torres and the MCRT behind to go undercover as an unofficial CIA operative, leaving him devastated and emotionally closed off for over three years. The two shared a fleeting kiss before her departure, but neither had the chance to find closure.
Beyond Bishop, Torres’ romantic endeavors have been brief and largely unremarkable. One notable exception was his implied connection with Jane Tennant, the leader of the canceled NCIS: Hawai’i. Still, none of these relationships compared to the bond he shared with Bishop. For a long time, it seemed Torres had given up on love entirely.
However, season 22 marks a turning point for Torres as he reveals he’s ready to start dating again. Encouraged by his teammates, he even takes the modern route of downloading MateQuest, the NCIS-verse’s popular dating app. While the team has been supportive of his efforts, Torres’ new relationship is shrouded in secrecy—hinting at potential conflicts for the MCRT down the line.
A Mysterious Christmas Plan
In episode 9 of season 22, Torres’ attempt to keep his new relationship under wraps led to a web of lies about his holiday plans. When McGee asked about his Christmas plans, Torres claimed he’d be spending the holiday with Palmer’s family. However, when Palmer brought it up, Torres said he’d be with McGee’s family instead.
Jessica Knight, noticing the inconsistency, confronted Torres about the truth. Torres explained that he was actually spending the holidays alone but didn’t want his teammates to worry about him. His response seemed convincing enough, and Knight let the matter drop—but it wasn’t the end of the story.
What’s Torres Hiding?
While Torres’ explanation placated Knight, his evasiveness has sparked speculation about what—or who—he’s really hiding. Could his secret romance spell trouble for him and the team? With his track record in love, Torres’ latest relationship might bring more challenges than happiness.
As NCIS season 22 progresses, fans will be eager to see how Torres’ love life unfolds and whether his secrecy will put him—or the team—at risk.
