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Tom Selleck marked his 80th birthday with a simple yet classic treat—a meal from McDonald’s. In photos obtained by Closer, the Blue Bloods star was spotted at the drive-thru, picking up his order just a day before reaching the milestone. One image captured him holding a bag of food handed to him by an employee, while another showed him holding a cup and straw.
The outing came just weeks after Selleck bid farewell to Blue Bloods and his beloved character, Frank Reagan, after 14 successful seasons. Saying goodbye wasn’t easy, as it meant parting ways with the close-knit cast he considered family.
“The bond between us as actors is just as strong as the Reagan family dynamic on screen,” Selleck told TV Insider on October 3, 2024, when asked what he’d miss most. “There wasn’t a single cast member who didn’t want to return. Most shows don’t end that way—there’s often drama or jealousy—but we overcame that. It’s something we can all be proud of.”
Still, his Blue Bloods family wasn’t far from his mind as he celebrated his birthday. According to a source, Selleck’s wife, Jillie Mack, planned a low-key gathering at their farm, inviting close friends—and, of course, a few of his former costars.
“Jillie and their daughter are throwing a celebration at the farm, with friends coming by to toast Tom’s health—and maybe roast him a little, all in good fun,” the source told Closer. “No doubt some of his Blue Bloods family, like Donnie [Wahlberg] and Bridget [Moynahan], will be there, which Tom will love. They’re like family to him.”
Moynahan, 53, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram, writing, “Missing this guy so much. Wishing him the happiest of birthdays! #80.” Costar Abigail Hawk added, “Happy birthday, boss! Sure do miss being your Gal Friday! #80 #bluebloods #frankandbaker.”
Though Blue Bloods has ended, Selleck has no plans to slow down. A source revealed to Closer in December 2024 that the actor has already expressed interest in landing another CBS series.
“Even as Blue Bloods winds down, Tom is telling CBS to find him another show,” the source shared. “And the network is open to it. CBS caters to the older demographic that has followed Tom since his Magnum, P.I. days.”
The source further explained, “The only reason Blue Bloods ended was the rising production costs with a large cast and multiple producers. A new show with a smaller ensemble makes more business sense. Make no mistake—Tom has no interest in retiring anytime soon!”
In the meantime, Selleck is eager to return to another beloved role—Jesse Stone.
“I haven’t worked on it yet,” he told Parade last month. “But it would be an interesting challenge because Jesse is older now. There’s been quite a gap between films, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t still a compelling character. Everywhere I go, people ask me, ‘When can I see another Jesse Stone movie?’”
For now, Selleck seems to be embracing his milestone birthday, good food, and the possibility of new projects on the horizon.
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