In this special edition bookazine, learn how Tom Selleck became one of America's most beloved stars -- plus, you'll hear about the secret to the success of his 2-+ year marriage, and the inside story of Magnum, Blue Bloods, and more!
Why We Love TOM SELLECK
NATURAL BORN ATHLETE
THE EARLY YEARS
THE LAST CHANCE
MAGNUM
THE CAR: Ferrari 308 GTS • For the full eight-season run of Magnum, P.I., Magnum drove Robin Masters’ fire-red Ferrari. It’s hard to imagine Magnum in a different car, but it almost happened.
THE SHIRT: Jungle Bird • It’s the most famous aloha shirt in history: bright red, with tropical leaves and parrots. The style looks great with a Detroit Tigers cap—and especially on Selleck.
TOP 10 Greatest Magnum Episodes of All Time • Narrowing down the field to the best Magnum, P.I. episodes after the show’s memorable eight-season run is nothing short of challenging. But we tried anyway. Here are our picks.
TOM SELLECK, SUPERSTAR
THE AWARDS: Glittering Honors • Selleck’s portrayal of the titular self-deprecating detective on Magnum, P.I. earned the actor a bevy of accolades during the show’s acclaimed eight seasons on air.
LIP SERVICE: Hollywood’s Most Famous Mustache • Tom Selleck may have the most famous lip warmer in Hollywood. He once joked that it even has its own publicist. Here are some interesting facts about the actor’s magnificent mustache.
NEW LOVE
THE MOVIES
HIGH ROAD TO CHINA • Leading his first major film, Selleck takes on the role of a hard-drinking World War I ace pilot.
QUIGLEY DOWN UNDER • Selleck steps into the shoes of a sharpshooting American cowboy in this Western set in 19th-century Australia
THREE MEN AND A BABY • Three bachelors must quickly learn how to care for a newborn in this delightful 1987 flick.
MR. BASEBALL • Selleck never did become a professional baseball player, but he got to play one in the movies
IN & OUT • In this highly lauded comedy, Selleck plays an openly gay TV reporter opposite lead Kevin Kline.
FAMILY FIRST
RETURN TO TV
FRIENDS • Selleck took a risk playing the part of Dr. Richard Burke on the NBC sitcom—and it paid off in spades.
THE JESSE STONE TV MOVIES • Selleck not only stars in the popular TV franchise, he serves as a producer and has screenwriting credits too.
BLUE BLOODS • Selleck, as NYPD police commissioner Frank Reagan, joins a top-notch ensemble cast in this procedural police drama.
The Ultimate MAGNUM, P.I. Trivia Quiz • Think you know all there is to know about the show that made Tom Selleck a bonafide star? We’re putting you to the test.
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