Mark Harmon, known for his role as Leroy Jethro Gibbs on NCIS, has a remarkable life beyond acting. Here are some lesser-known facts about him:
In 1996, Harmon’s heroic act saved two teens from a burning car near his home.
Born Thomas Math Harmon in Burbank, California, he excelled in sports and academics, later attending UCLA.
Though a talented football player, he declined an NFL offer to prioritize education.
Hailing from a family with sports, acting, and music ties, including his father, Tom Harmon, and sister, Kristin Nelson.
Before acting, he considered careers in advertising and law, working as a carpenter.
Valuing privacy, Harmon downplays fame and money’s importance in his life.
Married to actress Pam Dawber since 1987, they have two sons.
With a successful acting career, Harmon’s estimated net worth stands at $95 million.