{
  "id": 17501911,
  "title": "NCIS: New York's Sean Sullivan Actor Starred On A Controversial Netflix Series",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/ncis-new-yorks-sean-sullivan-actor-starred-on-a-controversial-netflix",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T00:12:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TVLine",
    "slug": "tvline",
    "url": "https://www.tvline.com/2303152/ncis-new-york-sean-sullivan-actor-devin-druid-netflix-series-13-reasons-why/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Devin Druid, known for his role as Sean Sullivan in NCIS: New York, previously starred in the controversial Netflix series 13 Reasons Why. The show, adapted from Jay Asher's novel of the same name, follows teenager Clay Jensen as he seeks to understand the reasons behind his crush Hannah's suicide. Druid played the complex and traumatized character Tyler Down, who works to heal from his own sexual assault through photography.\n\nWhile portraying Tyler, Druid had to tackle several sensitive topics, including a school shooting that was thwarted and a graphic depiction of sexual assault. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Druid expressed a strong sense of responsibility in portraying these themes with care. He emphasized the importance of not sugarcoating or censoring these issues, as they occur in real life and can be better understood when presented realistically.\n\nDruid also highlighted the unique character of New York City, which serves as a backdrop for the show. In a separate interview with New York City Tourism, Druid expressed hope that viewers of NCIS: New York would get to know the city, with all its diverse components. He aimed to showcase the city's culture, uniqueness, and creativity, as well as its organic feel. Druid appeared in the official NCIS YouTube video, alongside cast member Shane Harper, and also shared advice for first-time visitors, encouraging them to try NYC pizza and visit the Metropolitan Museum.\n\nIn the same interview, Druid gave his advice to visitors and shared a personal connection to the city, revealing his favorite time of year is around his girlfriend and film director Annie Marie Elliot's birthday during the Pisces season. Druid also directed a horror short film called The Agonist, which is now streaming on YouTube.",
  "summary": "Before scoring a role as NCIS: New York's witty tech specialist, this young actor starred in a massive teen drama series adapted from a bestselling novel.",
  "key_points": [
    "Devin Druid starred in NCIS: New York's Sean Sullivan",
    "Druid previously played Tyler Down in Netflix's 13 Reasons Why",
    "Druid emphasizes realistic portrayal of sensitive topics"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}