Chris O’Donnell on Moving Out of L.A. for ‘9-1-1 Nashville’ (Exclusive) Chris O’Donnell is preparing to take on the role of firefighter Captain Dan Hart on the new series “9-1-1 Nashville,” marking his first major television series since his 14-year run on “NCIS: Los Angeles.” The actor shared insights about the transition to his new role, which required a significant life change as he relocated from Los Angeles to Nashville. O’Donnell described the move as an exciting opportunity, acknowledging the emotional weight of leaving behind his longtime home. “The change of scenery, I got to be honest with you, 14 years in L.A. was the greatest gift of all time,” he said. “All of a sudden, going to do a show in Nashville, a city I’d never been to, with a whole new cast and crew, it was just a new energy… Sometimes change could be good.” The decision to move coincided with personal challenges. O’Donnell’s family was displaced from their Pacific Palisades home following last year’s devastating wildfires. He reflected on the experience, noting, “We were out of our house for eight months after the fires, so we’re back into our house, watching the slow process of the Palisades being rebuilt.” O’Donnell’s new environment in Nashville also brought unexpected advantages. His co-star, country music singer LeAnn Rimes, served as an ideal tour guide for the actor, who admitted to being unfamiliar with the city. “It was fun to be with her in her element,” he said, highlighting the collaborative dynamic between the two. The show itself presents a unique challenge for O’Donnell, as his character is also a rodeo rider. He revealed that he had limited experience with rodeo activities before the role. “I didn’t have a lot of experiences with rodeo,” he admitted, recalling a humorous anecdote from his past.#pacific_palisades #chris_odonnell #911_nashville #leann_rimes #ncis_los_angeles
