Tom Selleck has been a fan favorite for a long time. He has always stood out as a star with class, high morals and outstanding talent. However, even the greatest can fall and when they do, it is their true character which shows in the aftermath. Tom Selleck is finally opening up about everything that he has been through, and how it has impacted his life, as well as the lives of those around him. This is the story of Tom Selleck like you’ve never heard it before.
Tom Selleck His Life On And Behind The Screen
Dreamer
Tom Selleck was born in Detroit, but his family moved to California when he was just a child. His father was a real estate investor while his mother was a housewife. Both his parents taught him about disciplined work ethic, which he, in turn, taught his own daughter. The actor seemed to have a lot of respect for his parents, that’s for sure. When talking about his mother’s passing in 2017, this was what he had to say: “She’s always been there and always been very fair — even when she said, ‘Wait till your father gets home,’ which usually was for good reason.”
Dreamer
Not The NBA
Did you know that acting was not Tom Selleck’s first career choice? He actually pursued a degree in Business Administration at the University of Southern California for quite some time. He paid for his university fees through his basketball scholarship and he also worked as a model to cover the rest of his expenses. It was his drama coach that finally suggested that he try acting. Selleck heeded the advice, studied at the Beverly Hills Playhouse, and turned into one of the most respected actors in Hollywood.
Not The NBA
My Country
For 6 years, Tom Selleck served in the US army. All the while, he had minor television roles. Talk about having a good sense of time management! He was a member of the California Army National Guard’s 160th Infantry Regiment. Looking back at his military experience, the actor said, “I am a veteran, I’m proud of it. I was a sergeant in the U.S. Army infantry, National Guard, Vietnam era. We’re all brothers and sisters in that sense.”
My Country
Influence
Selleck admitted that the first time in a while that he truly felt he was a grown man was when he celebrated his 70th birthday. The only other moment he felt the same way was when his father died in 2011. “I had had a lot of leadership positions,” Selleck explained, “I had been in the military… but you know, in my case, when my father died, I go, ‘There’s nobody to go to for fatherly advice. You’re on your own, pal’.”
Influence
Only The Start
When he was in college, Selleck worked as a model. However, it was his college fraternity brothers and drama coach that urged him to audition for the TV program, The Dating Game. And this turned out to be the best piece of advice he ever got from anyone! After his appearance on the show, Pepsi called him to star in their commercial. More offers would soon follow and his fan base continued to grow. And as we know now, he was able to become a successful artist in Hollywood!
Only The Start
Opportunity
One of the biggest opportunities given to Tom Selleck came from the Twentieth Century Fox. He caught their attention and they were eager to exclusively sign him up. The actor grabbed the chance, showed up at the training class the day after, and starred in several of their films! It was a great deal for both parties, that much is certain.
Opportunity
Soap Opera Kid
Tom Selleck has starred in several movies from all genres. He has been in suspense, action, mystery, and romance flicks. But can you imagine him in a soap opera? Well, you don’t have to look that far— he took a minor role in the TV soap opera The Young and the Restless. As Jed Andrews, his character was caught in between a love triangle. It turned out that Tom Selleck would deal with the same problem as in real life as well!
Tom Selleck
Beginnings
The biggest lead role Tom Selleck has ever gotten is Thomas Magnum in Magnum P.I. He was 35 years old and had done several odd jobs in Hollywood before he landed this role. For the TV series, he had to fly out to Hawaii for filming purposes. But his struggles do not end there. Because of a writer’s strike, the shoot got delayed! Tom Selleck took it upon himself to become a handyman to earn money during those six months.
Beginnings
Magnum P.I.
Magnum P.I. ran for 8 years with a total of 163 episodes. It was appointment television before it was even an official thing. Set against a Hawaiian backdrop, the series was full of action, humor, and eclectic characters. Die-hard fans can easily recognize Thomas Magnum and his Hawaiian shirts, Detroit Tigers cap, red Ferrari, and suave mustache!
Magnum P.I.
They See Me Rollin’
Thomas Magnum is often seen riding his iconic red Ferrari. But did you know that the character was supposed to drive a Porsche? However, Tom Selleck’s tall height made it impossible for him to fit inside the relatively small car! It was thus replaced with the Ferrari, the sales of which have increased once Magnum was seen cruising around in one.
They See Me Rollin
Nothing But Respect
Larry Manetti, who played Rick in Magnum P.I., published his memoir in 1996. Since he had spent a lot of time with Tom Selleck during the taping of the series, you’d expect that he’ll spill some dirty secrets about the actor. However, he had nothing to write but praise for Selleck! He admired the lead actor’s strong work ethic, good relationship with the cast of the show, and his charity efforts.
Nothing But Respect
Star!
Tom Selleck has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, which is to be expected as his work in Magnum P.I. has greatly boosted his career. The man is definitely a huge figure in the entertainment industry! If you want to see it, you should drop by 6925 Hollywood Boulevard for a visit.
Star
One, Two
Can you imagine anyone playing Magnum besides Tom Selleck? It is difficult to do so, isn’t it! However, the truth is that Selleck actually almost didn’t get the part. The producers were first considering Kevin Dobson for the role. However, Dobson was already an established actor with a busy career and turned down the offer. Oh well, it’s definitely his loss!
One Two
A Miss
The producers of Magnum P.I. had given Selleck strict conditions. For one thing, he was not allowed to work on other projects while filming the TV series. Now, the actor’s popularity was on the rise at the time and it was getting harder and harder to turn down offers! In fact, he was offered lead roles in Raiders of the Lost Ark and had to pass the opportunity to Harrison Ford since the shooting schedule coincided with that of Magnum P.I. However, as we now know, the first season of the show had been delayed and Selleck could have done both projects if he knew ahead of time!
A Miss
Swing And A Miss
Raiders of the Lost Ark was not the only opportunity Selleck turned down either. He was also offered the role of King Marchand in Victor/Victoria, a 1982 film that starred Julie Andrews. However, he wasn’t sure about taking the role at the beginning. When he was ready to accept it, the part had already been given to James Garner. Moreover, he already signed the contract for Magnum! Some things are simply not meant to be.
Swing And A Miss
Creative Team
Tom Selleck was active not only in front of the camera but behind it as well. When he was given a character sketch of Thomas Magnum, he voiced out his concerns. He didn’t want Magnum to be a replica of James Bond and suggested that the character should be a more approachable fellow. This turned out to be a great suggestion as it helped the storyline flow better. Would the TV series be more successful without Selleck’s request? Perhaps not.
Creative Team
First Wife
After dating for one year, Tom Selleck tied the knot with model Jacqueline Ray. They lived together for 11 years and Selleck even adopted her son Kevin, but the couple ultimately got divorced. You’d think that Selleck would cut all ties with both mother and child immediately, given that Kevin is not his real son. However, it is clear that the actor is not like other men. Selleck still maintains his relationship with his son even after the divorce.
First Wife
A Superstar of It’s Own
Tom Selleck’s mustache is as prominent as the actor himself. He didn’t use to sport it, but it now seems impossible to recognize the actor without his signature mustache. It has become a part of his personal brand. However, it’s because of this same mustache that he often gets mistaken for Lee Horsley.
A Superstar of It’s Own
Agree to Disagree
Lee Horsley is not the only star whom people mistake Tom Selleck for! The actor was also used to being mistaken for Burt Reynolds. However, Selleck often joked around saying that he was unworthy of the backhanded compliment. He said, “There was a time I could have been mistaken for Burt Reynolds. I had a mustache and so did he. But he was the number one star in the world, so there wasn’t really much confusion.”
Agree To Disagree
Ay Baby
Though Magnum P.I. remains to be Tom Selleck’s most successful project, he already starred in other films before it. For example, just a year before the shooting the hit TV series, Selleck starred in Three Men and a Baby alongside Ted Danson and Steve Guttenberg. This comedy movie was a box office hit, earning $170 million gross sales in the US alone.
Ay Baby
Love Story
A year before the filming of the final season of Magnum PI, Selleck and Jillie Mack walked down the aisle. Unlike his first marriage, this one was meant to last for a lifetime! In 2017, the couple celebrated their 30th year as husband and wife. They presently live in California and have a daughter, Hannah.
Love Story
Small Role
Tom Selleck’s family members sometimes made appearances in Magnum PI. Though the roles were small, it is still awesome to think that the actor was so influential that he had the ability to pull strings and make it happen. His wife, Jillie Mack, was in the fourth season of the TV series as well.
Small Role
The Right
Unlike other celebrities who were conservative about their political opinions, Tom Selleck didn’t have a problem voicing out his political affiliations. He was an open Republican and even publicly endorsed John McCain in 2008. He is also a member and part of the board of directors of the National Rifle Association.
The Right
Neither Here Nor There
Though Selleck is vocal about his political stand, he didn’t endorse any candidate in the 2016 elections. Even now, he has not revealed whether he had been a Trump or Clinton supporter. However, he’s known to have sent David Brown, the former Dallas Police Department Chief, a letter to show his appreciation of the officer’s leadership during the police shooting in 2016.
Neither Here Nor There
Cha-Ching
Selleck has had a long TV career. He starred in over 50 movies and TV series. You’d think that he’d have garnered a net worth of at least a billion by now! However, he has only about $25 million to his name. There are more relatively new actors who are getting paid higher than him.
Cha-Ching
Baywatch
Baywatch’s Mitch Buchannon seems to be a perfect role for Tom Selleck. However, the actor actually turned down the offer and it eventually went to David Hasselhoff. Considering the show has been a great hit, you’d think that Selleck regrets his decision. However, it does not appear to be that way. After all, the reason he turned down the roles was his refusal to become a sex symbol.
Baywatch
Dr. Richard Burke
If you watched Friends, which you probably have, then you’ve seen Tom Selleck play as Dr. Richard Burke. In case you need a reminder, the character was the divorced ophthalmologist who dated Monica Geller for a while. He was only on the show for a few episodes, but he was able to get a nomination for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series in the Primetime Emmy Awards. That’s how great he is as an actor!
Dr. Richard Burke
Frank Reagan
In Blue Bloods, Tom Selleck plays the character Frank Reagan, a high-ranking police officer. On screen, officers salute him. But do you know that he also gets the same respect from real officers in real life? Selleck does demand that kind of respect, making him perfect for the role of the police commissioner.
Frank Reagan
Dad Jokes
Who would have thought that Tom Selleck has a great sense of humor? Here is what his Blue Bloods co-star Donnie Wahlberg has to say on the matter: “He can [be funny], yes, usually after he makes sure everyone understands what’s important. It would feel like Christmas on a Tuesday night in August when my dad started telling jokes and it’s the same thing with Tom, when he starts with his oddball jokes and his weird rhymes that he tells from 1930 that are so funny. Everybody feels so much lighter and happier.”
Dad Jokes
An Affair To Remember
Though Selleck seems to have a strong set of morals, he had his share of illicit affairs once upon a time. Marie Helvin, a model, revealed her relationship with the actor in her memoir: “When I visited Hawaii once, Tom Selleck was shooting for Magnum PI. We met and bit of an affair started, then Selleck came to London, we had dinner and went back to his hotel. But the next morning, I sent him a letter to break off this relationship because I was worried about my married life. Later on after a week, he joined Musical Cats backstage and met his wife-to-be.”
An Affair To Remember
Tom and Mimi
Tom Selleck and Mimi Rogers were one of the most controversial couples in the 1980s. It was a scandalous relationship, especially since it happened right after the rumored affair with Marie Helvin. Needless to say, the two of them didn’t end up together. Selleck went to marry Jillie Mack and Mimi Rogers married Tom Cruise.
Tom And Mimi
Grilled By Rosie
When Selleck was promoting his 1999 movie The Love Letter, he visited Rosie O Donnell’s show and left quite a strong impression. Instead of asking about the movie, the host interrogated the actor about his stand on gun ownership. Finally fed up with the questions, Selleck finally told her, “It’s your show, and you can talk about it after I leave”.
Grilled By Rosie
Killers
In the movie Killers, Tom Selleck played the role of Mr. Kornfeldt. In one interview, Ashton Kutcher explained his casting process: “I call Mr. Kornfeldt ‘Sir’ in the script a lot. And I was thinking, ‘Who am I going to call Sir?’ Who’s a bigger guy, who’s got an intimidating thing, but doesn’t have to try to be intimidating?” Then, he remembered Tom Selleck and he was the perfect man for the role!
Killers
A Break
Selleck was dedicated to his work— there’s no doubt about that. However, if there’s something he loved more than acting, it was his family. After being stuck in Magnum P.I. for so long, he decided it was time to turn his attention to his wife and daughter. Thus, he took a break from acting. This is remarkable as not many actors would sacrifice their successful career for their family!
A Break
Hard Times
There’s a reason behind Selleck’s decision to take a break from acting. What was it? “I’ve found it very difficult to expose my private life and live with it,” the actor explained, “It’s important to nurture your marriage. I think wanting time away from work has been good for that.”
Hard Times
Reasons Reasons
In an interview with Closer Weekly, Tom Selleck admitted that he got tired with Magnum P.I. “Magnum, P.I. went to 163 shows and we still had ground to cover, and I wasn’t tired of it. I was tired from it because I was in every shot,” the lead actor explained. In contrast to this, Selleck said that his work in Blue Bloods was more ideal as he didn’t have to work every single day.
Reasons Reasons
Not The Only Reason
Aside from getting overworked, there was something else that he wanted that the show could not provide. “I quit Magnum to have a family,” Selleck mentioned. “It took a long time to get off the train, but I try very hard to have balance.” He couldn’t do that while he was working on Magnum P.I. since it had a very busy shooting schedule. He thus quit his role. The sacrifice was made and he hasn’t looked back since.
Not The Only Reason
Words of Wisdom
As we already know, Jillie Mack is not Selleck’s first wife. However, it’s obvious that she’s a keeper. They’ve been married for about 30 years now. When asked about the success of his marriage, Selleck reveals that nurturing the relationship is essential. While work is important, you also have to take time to bond with your wife. Seeing how good his relationship with Jillie until now, we bet Selleck really knows what he’s saying.
Words Of Wisdom
I Do
Tom Selleck and Jill Mack married in secret in 1987. In fact, they were so secretive about it that the minister who married them didn’t even know their true identities until a few minutes before the actual ceremony. They even went as far as to use the aliases “Suzi Mark” and “Tom Jenkins.” Bob Selleck, the actor’s brother, organized the wedding, which was held in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
I Do
Nervous
You probably know it by now: Tom Selleck is a caring and loving man. If you’re not convinced, you just have to take the word of Rev. David Immel for it. After all, he was Selleck and Mack’s wedding officiant! According to him, “They were both nervous, like any other couple about to get married. He was very concerned that the service be heartfelt, very concerned for her that the service be meaningful. He is a very warm, caring man.”
Nervous
My Daughter, Hannah
Like most fathers, Tom Selleck is very protective of his daughter. Both he and his wife wanted to keep her away from the cameras while she was growing up. However, Hannah sometimes take modeling jobs to help her friends and sponsors. She is an equestrian and she has to do what she has to do sometimes.
My Daughter Hannah
Encouragement
You must have seen a lot of celebrity children basking in the same spotlight as their parents. Unlike them, Hannah wasn’t raised in Hollywood. She spent most of her childhood days on the farm and that was where she found her great love for horses. “As a kid they tried to raise me as normally as possible given my dad’s line of work. Those horses have been a great way for me to have my own accomplishments outside of whatever my parents had done,” she revealed.
Encouragement
Our Decision
How did Tom Selleck and Jill Mack decide to raise Hannah in a 65-acre ranch? Well, the couple reportedly talked about it extensively. “We both thought it was the best environment for [Hannah] to grow up,” Jillie explained. And they were right! Looking at how Hannah has grown into the great lady that she is, they certainly made the right decision.
Our Decision
Farm Life
Hannah is not just an equestrian, she is also a businesswoman. Her love for horses knows no bounds. “I have a small breeding program in California where I’m developing young horses to bring along and sell. It’s a business that so far has been really great and a great experience,” the young woman divulged, “It is a very expensive sport, so that is why my dad encouraged and invested in this breeding operation. They have been very supportive. The prices of horses have become astronomical. So that’s why it’s so much more rewarding to bring a horse along on your own.”
Farm Life
How Far?
Selleck doesn’t really do jobs half-heartedly. He gives his all no matter what he does. Perhaps, the best way to illustrate this is to tell the story of his avocado farm and the drought that threatened to destroy it. When the actor took a break from the industry, he focused on the family’s 60-acre avocado farm. However, there was a severe drought in California a few years ago. Instead of resigning to their fate, Selleck broke the law and hired a truck to transfer water worth $1.4 million dollars from a nearby hydrant. This kept the farm running, but a crime is a crime. He soon faced the consequences of his actions.
How Far?
On The Other Side
In 2015, Selleck was sued by the Calleguas Municipal Water District on the charge of illegally bringing water to his avocado farm. During a private investigation, it was found that he did use a tanker truck to transfer water from a fire hydrant. This happened about 12 times in just two years! They had already issued a cease order beforehand. However, Selleck reportedly chose to ignore this.
On The Other Side
Settlement
To prove Selleck’s misconduct, Calleguas Municipal Water District hired a private investigator and paid them about $22,000. When a settlement agreement was reached, Selleck paid them $21, 000. Though they could certainly pay the investigative costs they’ve incurred, we don’t think if it was worth the effort at all.
Settlement
Stepson Woes
Though Tom Selleck has built a new life on his own with another wife and his own daughter— he did not neglect his relationship with his stepson Kevin. They were especially close during the young man’s teenage years. However, Kevin has had to face several personal issues throughout his adulthood. He had many financial woes and his failed music career has taken a toll on him. His hardened personality had negatively impacted his relationship with his stepfather.
Stepson Woes
Coffee Time
Tom Selleck had his “playboy” days. However, he made sure to turn over a new leaf when he married Jillie. As a matter of fact, he would avoid socializing with other women altogether. However, when actress Sophia Loren moved into their neighborhood, Jillie became slightly nervous. “If I was on my way to Home Depot and she was out on the driveway in her bathrobe and she said exactly these words: ‘Thomaso, would you like a cappuccino?’ I could go in,” the actor quipped. Nonetheless, we’re sure the actor would have remained faithful!
Coffee Time
Ethics
You have to admire Tom Selleck for his strong ethics. He had his share of scandals, especially during his early years in the entertainment industry but he is a reformed man. “I try very hard to conduct myself in an ethical way, because that’s important to my stability now,” he elaborated in an interview. “We’re a culture that’s so centered on the individual. The culture says that basically nothing is more important than the way you feel.”
Ethics
Raspberry Kiss
Selleck appeared in the late show The Chevy Chase Show in 1993. In one skit, he was awarded the worst Worst Supporting Actor during the Razzie Awards for his role in Christopher Columbus: The Discovery. Now, this is greatly insulting, even for a joke. Luckily, Selleck took it in a stride and made light of the situation. He even asked the audience to blow him a raspberry!
Raspberry Kiss
Heart of Gold
After the final season of Magnum P.I. was aired, Tom Selleck was given a $350,000 bonus by Universal Studios. He would then spend some of the money on extravagant gifts. Surprisingly, though, he would also give $1,000 bonuses to the entire crew and cast of the show. How generous of him!
Heart Of Gold
Good Reason
In accordance to the recent trend of reviving classics, Magnum P.I. is getting its very own film adaptation. And what will the show be like without Tom Selleck in the film? Well, the actor was actually offered a cameo role in the film. However, he refused the offer directly. When asked about it, he said, “I tell you what worries me — because I love ‘Magnum’ and we have loyal fans — is they take these TV show titles, and they buy them and they spend $100 million on special effects, and then they make fun of them and trivialize it. Then they try and get the actor who used to be in it to do some ridiculous cameo to prove to the audience that it’s OK. And I will not do that.”
Good Reason
Spike!
Tom Selleck’s sports of choice is volleyball. And he’s great at it! As a matter of fact, he plays for the Outrigger Canoe Club in Honolulu as the outside hitter. When his teammates were interviewed, they were full of compliments for the actor: “Tom was a great teammate, appreciative of being included with such a talented and experienced group, practicing and playing hard when his Magnum schedule permitted… He was very patient with all of us, and we relished the big crowds that replaced the usual sparse number of players’ friends and spouses at the national tourney matches.”
Spike
Say It Ain’t So
Tom Selleck is not Tom Selleck without his mustache. However, in 1997, he shaved it off for the movie In & Out. Yes, he shaved off his mustache! It left a lot of people in great shock. However, it was a move that he needed to do for his role. Still, thank God he was able to quickly grow it back.
Say It Aint So
Broadway
Selleck also tapped into Broadway when he played Murray in the stage adaptation of A Thousand Clowns in 2001. Critics didn’t like the actor’s performance at all, saying that Jason Robards, Jr. from the film had given the part more justice. Well, Robards won several awards for his portrayal of the character, so it must have been hard for Selleck to top that. The playwright, however, was quick to defend Selleck by claiming that the actor perfectly stuck to his script.
Broadway
Outdoorsman
It might not come as a surprise to know that Selleck is a firearms collector, marksman, and outdoorsman. All these interests made him the perfect man for Western films. He starred in The Sacketts, Quigley Down Under, The Shadow Riders, and Crossfire Trail.
Outdoorsman
Honor
If we say that Tom Selleck was admitted to the International Mustache Hall of Fame in 2015, would you believe it? Well, you should as it is true! He was naturally added to the Film and Television category. If you need proof, you can visit the organization’s website.
Honor
I’ll Be Back
Missing the opportunity to play the part of Indiana Jones is not the only career frustration Tom Selleck has. He also missed out on getting the titular role in The Terminator! Do you know why? It’s for the same reason he’s not Indy— his contract with Magnum P.I. The actor certainly had to make a lot of sacrifices for his role in the TV series.
I’ll Be Back
Helping Hand
Selleck is a philanthropist. He is a board member for the Character Counts Coalition and The Joseph & Edna Josephson Institute of Ethics. The actor is also an active member of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and a spokesperson for the National Fatherhood Initiative. If you think that ends there, then you’re wrong. He is also involved with the NY Student/Sponsor Partnership Program and more!
Helping Hand
Female Sequel Series
Following all-female spin-offs like Ghostbusters and Ocean’s 8, Eva Longoria is set to produce a new show that centers around the daughter of Magnum, Lily, who follows in the footsteps of her father. Some fans are quite excited about how this show would turn out! We are definitely included in the list and we bet you are, too.
Female Sequel Series
A Spin
Did you love Magnum’s Ferrari 308? Well, the actual piece was up for sale at an auction just recently. The asking price was set at a whopping $250,000! This came with a certificate of authentication, proving that it is indeed the same car that Selleck drove around in during his days on Magnum P.I. It was recently sold to an anonymous buyer at Westin Kierland Resort & Spa.
A Ride
Friends
Dr. Richard Burke has certainly left a great impression among Friends fans. In fact, he was ranked the third best guest star in the show, only next to Brad Pitt and Paul Rudd! Well, Selleck did portray a memorable character and gave a remarkable performance. We’re not that surprised, in all honesty!
Friends
Changes
In the Jesse Stone film series, Tom Selleck plays the lead role. The series is inspired by a series of detective novels of the same title. The books were penned by author Robert B. Parkers. There have been about nine films so far and Selleck is greatly involved in their productions. In fact, he was the creator of the original story for the fifth film, Jesse Stone: Thin Ice.
Changes
Commercials
Tom Selleck not only starred in movies, TV series, broadways, and soap operas. You can also see him in several commercials! Among his most successful ones are the projects he has worked on for AT&T, Right Guard, American Advisors Group, and Florida’s Natural Orange Juice.
Commercials
The First
The View is a daytime talk show hosted by women, who would discuss topics ranging from entertainment to sociopolitical news. However, it was not until August 11, 1997 that they welcomed their first celebrity guest. Can you guess who it was? Yes, it was none other than Tom Selleck!
The First
My Sign
Tom Selleck was born on January 29, which makes him an Aquarius. An Aquarius is often described as curious, affectionate, truthful, imaginative, and frank. Don’t you think that these descriptions fit the actor well? We think so, too.
My Sign
Awards, Awards
For his role in Magnum, P.I., Selleck won awards for Best Actor in a Drama Series in both the Golden Globe and the Emmy Awards. He also earned six other Golden Globe nominations and four Emmy nominations throughout his career. To top these, he was also the recipient four People’s Choice Awards!
Awards Awards
Las Vegas
You might have seen Tom Selleck in Las Vegas when he played the role of A.J. Cooper. This was his first regular role in a drama series since Magnum, P.I. We’re sure that you will agree with us when we say that he did a great job!
Las Vegas
Character
Tom Selleck’s outstanding work ethic and personal character made him a Pepperdine University awardee in 2000. The actor was conferred an honorary doctorate by the educational institution in the same year. Having great morals does pay off!
Character
Tigers
Tom Selleck has been an avid supporter of Detroit Tigers since he was a child. He was even a minority owner of the team for a short time! That’s how much he loves the game and the team. We bet the actor had zero complaints about wearing the cap when portraying Thomas Magnum.
Tigers
Voice Over
You probably think that Tom Selleck already had his hands full with TV and film. We won’t say you are wrong! However, the actor still managed to find time to work as a voiceover actor for some projects. In fact, he was even the narrator for the North America documentary series. His voice added life to the story, which made him perfect for it.
Voiceover
Classy
If you’ve been to the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, you might have seen the iconic Hawaiian shirt of Magnum on display. It’s the real deal! Tom Selleck donated it to the museum in June 2002, along with a gold signet ring and two baseball caps.
Classy
Memorial Fund
Tom Selleck officially joined the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund in February 2009. It was around the same time that he also became the spokesperson for the Education Center at the Wall, whose office is located in the National Mall.
Memorial Fund
I Like It
When asked about his current career and present role in the TV show Blue Bloods, Tom Selleck mentioned that he was fascinated by the fact that his character and on-screen family were devoted Catholics. Selleck was not a religious person, but he loved the role nonetheless.
I Like It
Cats
When Tom Selleck got divorced from Jacqueline Ray, he was understandably down in the dumps. His crewmates were concerned about him and decided to cheer him up. They were filming in London at the time and the musical “Cats” was showing. Selleck apparently fell in love with the show as he went to watch it again, not twice but twelve times!
Cats
The Star
Soon, it was revealed why Selleck kept on watching “Cats”. It turned out that he had fallen in love Rumpleteazer, the character played by actress Jillie Joan Mack. The actor introduced himself to the young woman and invited her to get dinner together. As Jillie’s contract with “Cats” was ending, she had more time to meet up with Selleck. As the old adage goes: the rest is history!
The Star
Bold Move
When Mack no longer had anything that kept her in London, she decided to move to Hawaii. She would often be seen with the actor and they would walk the red carpets together. People often remarked on how happy the pair looked during this period in time. Jillie was also there when Selleck finally got his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame!
Bold Move
Stronger Together
For more than 30 years now, Tom and Jillie have kept their marriage intact. During an interview with NY Daily News, Selleck gave a glimpse of how they work together. “Jillie and I have a pretty good partnership. We don’t do anything or make any decisions without consulting each other,” he explained, “And if one of us makes a decision involving Hannah, the other parent completely supports that position, even if you disagree.”
Stronger Together
Lots Of Love
Tom Selleck is a great actor but the man is an even greater husband and father to Jillie and Hannah respectively. If he has laid low and taken a break from his career, it’s only because he wants to focus on the two most important women in his life.
Lots Of Love