Tom Selleck Said His Body Let Him ‘Down’ Yet He Won’t Dye His Hair & Does ‘Grunt Work’ at His Ranch
Even though Tom Selleck’s body has shown signs of aging, the 77-year-old actor continues to defy time. He refuses to dye his hair and remains committed to hard work on his farm, just like his father. Selleck’s energy and positivity are evident, both in his career and personal life.
Starting as a private investigator in “Magnum P.I.,” Selleck’s acting career has spanned decades. He later stole the hearts of viewers in the hit crime series “Blue Bloods,” portraying NYC’s Police Commissioner Frank Reagan.
Despite rumors of him leaving the show, Selleck’s commitment to “Blue Bloods” remains strong. He has called it a blessing and expressed his love for what he does.
Selleck has been open about the challenges he faces as he grows older. In a candid interview, he shared his health struggles, the toll of past stunts on his body, and his perspective on aging.
The actor admits that his body has changed over the years, partly due to the risks involved in performing stunts. He acknowledges that his back has been affected and that he can no longer do everything he used to. However, he sees this as a common experience among his fellow actors who worked on action-packed projects.
While addressing rumors about his health, Selleck emphasized that he leads a healthy and active lifestyle. He prefers not going to the gym and instead does “grunt work” on his 63-acre ranch. This includes clearing brush and planting trees, with a particular focus on ancient oaks. Selleck takes pride in doing physical labor and has personally planted around a thousand trees.
To maintain his overall well-being as he ages, Selleck embraces his natural hair color and stays physically active. Although he is familiar with golf, he enjoys engaging in heart-pumping activities like competitive softball and baseball. He finds joy in these activities, which he believes contribute to his good health.
Selleck also reflects on his relationship with his father and how he sees himself becoming more like him as he grows older. He values his dad’s influence and considers him a great example.
The actor takes pride in his salt-and-pepper hair and refuses to dye it, despite societal pressure. He sees the graying process as a blessing that softens the other effects of aging.
Selleck even requested that grey hairs be added to his mustache during his time on “Blue Bloods.” However, with the digital cameras used, the change was hardly noticeable. Nevertheless, he appreciates that he has become a little greyer as the years have gone by.
Tom Selleck shares similarities with his on-screen character, Frank Reagan. Both are experienced, conscientious, and hold dear to their values. Selleck’s positive outlook on life has undoubtedly contributed to his overall well-being and his ability to age gracefully.
