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Chris O'Donnell Trains with Firefighters Amid Wildfires

10/31/2025

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Story summary

Chris O'Donnell (actor known for NCIS: Los Angeles) reflects on his casting in 9-1-1: Nashville during devastating wildfires in his Pacific Palisades community.
He notes the challenges firefighters face, including extreme heat and heavy equipment, as the blaze burned thousands of acres.
O'Donnell grew up admiring firefighters.
He trained with real firefighters for the role.
The production features local firefighters as extras.

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Story summary

Chris O'Donnell (actor known for NCIS: Los Angeles) reflects on his casting in 9-1-1: Nashville during devastating wildfires in his Pacific Palisades community.
He notes the challenges firefighters face, including extreme heat and heavy equipment, as the blaze burned thousands of acres.
O'Donnell grew up admiring firefighters.
He trained with real firefighters for the role.
The production features local firefighters as extras.