Aired on May 13, 2014, this episode was designed around the death of actor Ralph Waite (who portrayed Jackson Gibbs) who died on February 13, 2014. The episode serves as a tribute to the late actor.
The episode was themed in a decision after different tributes were not enough including - a In Memoriam credit, or re-airing his NCIS 'Better Angels' episode.
The episode was themed in a decision after different tributes were not enough including - a In Memoriam credit, or re-airing his NCIS 'Better Angels' episode.
According to tweets and photos from Pauley Perrette's twitter account, Ralph Waite's chair with his name on it was placed on the set (but off camera) through out the entire filming of Honor Thy Father (2014).