Mark Harmon

Date of Birth: September 2, 1951

Zodiac Sign: Virgo

Biography

Thomas Mark Harmon, widely known as Mark Harmon, is an acclaimed American actor and producer who has made significant contributions to film and television. Born in Burbank, California, Harmon comes from a family with strong ties to both sports and entertainment. His father, Tom Harmon, was a Heisman Trophy-winning football player and his mother, Elyse Knox, was an actress and artist. Mark Harmon initially pursued a career in football, playing quarterback for the UCLA Bruins, before shifting his focus to acting. Harmon’s acting career took off in the 1970s with guest roles on television series such as “Adam-12” and “Emergency!”. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Dr. Robert Caldwell on the medical drama “St. Elsewhere” in the 1980s. However, his most iconic role came in 2003 when he was cast as Leroy Jethro Gibbs, the stoic and relentless special agent on the CBS series “NCIS”. The show became one of the most-watched television series in the United States and propelled Harmon to international stardom. Beyond his acting career, Harmon has also worked behind the scenes as a producer, contributing to the success of “NCIS” and other projects. His work has earned him numerous awards and nominations, solidifying his status as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Mark Harmon

1. Mark Harmon was named “Sexiest Man Alive” by People magazine in 1986.

2. He is married to actress Pam Dawber, best known for her role in “Mork & Mindy”.

3. Harmon is an accomplished woodworker and enjoys spending his free time building furniture.

4. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2012.

5. Harmon once saved a teenage boy from a burning car in 1996, showcasing his real-life heroism.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mark Harmon

1. “It’s not about what you did yesterday, it’s what you do today and tomorrow.”

2. “I don’t get personally involved in other people’s lives, because I don’t think that’s my job.”

3. “This job is about the work. It’s about the effort. It’s about being honest.”

4. “I’m in the business of entertainment. I don’t take myself too seriously.”

5. “When you truly care about someone, you don’t just give up.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

$100 million

Children

Mark Harmon and Pam Dawber have two sons: Sean Thomas Harmon, born in 1988, who has followed in his father’s footsteps and works as an actor, and Ty Christian Harmon, born in 1992, who is a screenwriter.