Tom Selleck Reflects on Turning 80 and Saying Goodbye to Blue Bloods
As Blue Bloods wraps up after nearly 15 successful seasons, Tom Selleck is preparing to celebrate a major personal milestone—his 80th birthday. Known for keeping his private life out of the spotlight, the beloved actor recently opened up about his plans and reflections in a rare interview.
While he admits he doesn’t make much fuss over birthdays, Selleck shared that he plans to mark the occasion quietly. “I’ll probably have dinner with my brother, sister, and Jillie,” he said, referring to his longtime wife, Jillie Mack. “I won’t make a big deal of it.”
This understated celebration echoes the spirit of the iconic family dinners portrayed on Blue Bloods, a central and cherished element of the show. At home on his 65-acre California ranch, family remains the focus. Selleck revealed that holiday traditions are deeply rooted in togetherness, especially Christmas. Though the family used to gather at their historic 1910 hunting lodge, the growing size of the clan has made those reunions more difficult to organize.
Looking back on his time with Blue Bloods, Selleck expressed deep gratitude for the cast and crew, whom he considers an extension of his family. When asked about keepsakes from the set, he admitted to holding onto two meaningful mementos: Frank Reagan’s engraved Rolex and a Marine Corps ring. “I couldn’t bring his desk with me, but that would have been neat,” he joked.
As one chapter closes and another begins, Tom Selleck continues to embrace life with humility, warmth, and a steadfast devotion to both family and craft.
