Curious World Staff
Mark Harmon experienced obstacles in his acting career before becoming the renowned Agent Gibbs on NCIS. According to filmmaker John Korty, Harmon’s traditional good looks may have been an impediment.
Korty, who worked with Harmon on Long Road Home, suggested that his appearance led some directors to typecast him. “One of the problems with Mark is that he is so naturally good-looking,” Korty told the LA Times. “People say, ‘Let’s make him into Clark Gable.’ But Mark is down-to-earth, with hobbies like woodworking. The biggest mistake is putting him in slick roles.”
Harmon’s introduction to acting was unexpected. While a UCLA senior and aspiring lawyer, he met actor Ozzie Nelson during a lifeguarding job. When an actor on Ozzie’s Girls fell ill, Nelson asked Harmon to fill in. The experience inspired Harmon to pursue acting, eventually landing roles in TV and film of varying success.
The Secret to Harmon’s Success
Despite initial challenges, Harmon’s unwavering work ethic catapulted him to success on NCIS. He attributed his motivation to principles learned from his father, who emphasized hard work, kindness, and humility.
“I’m a practice guy,” Harmon told People. “You can tell me I can’t do something, and I’ll use that as motivation. My dad always said, ‘Work your ass off, and don’t let the effort show.’ That stuck with me.”
Harmon’s patience and determination prepared him to embrace opportunities, resulting in a decades-long career that established him as one of television’s most popular stars.
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