Tom Selleck recently marked his 80th birthday, and his peaceful California ranch remains the heart of his life a place where he feels grounded, restored, and surrounded by family. Fame first found him through his iconic role as Thomas Magnum on Magnum P.I., a performance that earned him an Emmy and cemented his status as a television legend.
Before reaching that level of stardom, Selleck spent eleven years married to model Jacqueline Ray and adopted her son, Kevin. After their divorce, he admitted he struggled with confidence, particularly in his personal life.
Everything shifted when he met actress Jillie Mack backstage at a London production of Cats. Mack boldly made the first move, inviting him out for a drink. The two married in 1987 and welcomed their daughter, Hannah. Determined to give her a grounded upbringing, they raised her far from the pressures of Hollywood.
Selleck now enjoys being a grandfather to six grandchildren through his son Kevin. He cherishes their visits to the ranch, though during the pandemic he had to keep his distance a precaution he took seriously because Blue Bloods depended heavily on his availability.
After Magnum P.I. ended in 1988, Selleck purchased his 65-acre ranch as a way to step back from Hollywood’s frantic pace. Planting dozens of oak trees became a form of therapy and reflection, and decades later he still takes joy in watching them grow.
Today, his routine is divided between filming Blue Bloods in New York every other week and returning home to the ranch to recharge. That balance keeps him centered. While Hollywood speculates about his next move, Selleck stays focused on the simple, tangible parts of life like tending to his land and caring for his trees.
Life on the Ranch
Selleck starts his mornings early, putting on the kettle before Jillie wakes up a quiet ritual he sees as a gesture of love after 36 years of marriage. Jillie thrives in ranch life and treats their five dogs like members of the family.
The property itself is a world of its own, filled with horses, orchards, avocado trees, and a peaceful pond. The land keeps Selleck busy, and he prefers ranch chores to the gym, noting that the physical work keeps him fit while also saving money on hired labor.
A typical day involves feeding the horses, repairing fences, and keeping the grounds in shape. Even at 80, Selleck remains active, strong, and fully engaged in the outdoor life he loves.
He adores being a grandfather and hopes for even more grandkids in the future. He and Jillie are fond of their daughter Hannah’s boyfriend and can easily imagine her getting married on the ranch someday a vision they both happily look forward to.