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Mark Harmon
Wings Productions, Inc.
843 2nd Street
Suite A
Encinitas, CA 92024
USA
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Wings Productions, Inc.
(Production Company)
843 2nd Street
Suite A
Encinitas, CA 92024
USA
Mark Harmon is a distinguished American actor and television producer, best known for his iconic role as Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs in the long-running CBS series “NCIS.” Born on September 2, 1951, in Burbank, California, Harmon grew up in a family with a strong athletic background. His father, Tom Harmon, was a celebrated college football player and a sports broadcaster, while his mother, Elyse, was a homemaker. Mark’s upbringing instilled in him a love for sports and performance, laying the foundation for his future career.
Harmon attended UCLA, where he initially pursued a degree in communications and played football for the UCLA Bruins. After graduating in 1974, he briefly played professional football in the NFL as a quarterback for the New Orleans Saints. However, his passion for acting soon took center stage, leading him to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.
Mark’s acting career began in the late 1970s, with guest appearances on television shows such as “Emergency!” and “Police Story.” He gained wider recognition in the early 1980s when he starred in the NBC medical drama “St. Elsewhere,” portraying Dr. Bobby Caldwell. The series was critically acclaimed and helped establish Harmon as a talented actor capable of handling complex roles. His performance on “St. Elsewhere” earned him two Primetime Emmy Award nominations, solidifying his status in Hollywood.
In the years following “St. Elsewhere,” Harmon appeared in various television films and series, including “Moonlighting,” “Chicago Hope,” and “The West Wing.” He showcased his versatility as an actor, taking on diverse roles that ranged from drama to comedy. However, it was his portrayal of Leroy Jethro Gibbs on “NCIS” that would become his signature role and define his career.
