Tom Selleck, the legendary face behind NYPD Police Commissioner Frank Reagan in the TV series Blue Bloods, was recently photographed sporting a pretty gruff look. Since leaving the thirteenth season earlier this year, the 78-year-old idol has grown his iconic bushy mustache into a full-fledged beard. On September 25, the seasoned actor was caught on video in the San Fernando Valley, almost incognito as he went about his errands, almost recognizable with his newfound beard fuzz. Notably, the Valley has a special place in Selleck’s heart because it is where he went to high school.
Selleck and his wife, Jillie, live a peaceful life on their ranch in Ventura County, away from the glamour and glam of the entertainment business. This lovely hideaway, which was once an avocado paradise, regrettably suffered the brunt of the brutal drought, resulting in the destruction of the cherished 20,000 trees that had been lovingly tended over two decades. Despite the loss, Selleck joked, “I never ate avocados anyway.” He did recollect a strange episode in which talk show star David Letterman coaxed him into sampling one, nearly causing him to gag. Nonetheless, Selleck recognized their health benefits.
Selleck is a well-known homebody who enjoys the simple pleasures of tending to his property. Despite his commitment to shooting Blue Bloods in New York City’s crowded streets, he has always emphasized family time, commuting back and forth to be with his loved ones.
With the recent end of the writers’ strike, there’s speculation that Selleck will devote more time to writing the much-anticipated tenth installment in the Jesse Stone film franchise. The critically praised series, inspired by Robert Parker’s literary writings, has been a passion project for Selleck, who wants for each film to outperform its predecessor. “I just want to do something that earns its way into what I would call a box set of 10 movies, instead of nine,” Selleck told Parade, emphasizing his everlasting commitment to quality over monetary gain.
As fans eagerly await more updates on Selleck’s ventures, the transformation of his trademark mustache into a full-grown beard signifies a potential new chapter in his multifaceted career.