Tom Selleck, the iconic actor recognized for his roles in “Magnum, P.I.,” “Three Men and a Baby,” and the recently concluded “Blue Bloods,” bid farewell to his beloved character Frank Reagan in 2024 after a 14-year run. Despite the disappointment expressed by Selleck and his colleagues over the cancellation of the long-running crime series, the seasoned actor embraced the end of this chapter with a forward-looking perspective, expressing his openness to new opportunities while cherishing the experience.

Looking ahead to the holiday season following the “Blue Bloods” finale, Selleck shared insights into his family traditions on his expansive 65-acre avocado ranch in California, where he resides with his wife, Jillie Mack, and daughter, Hannah Selleck, and is a stepfather to Kevin Shepard. He fondly recalled a long-standing ritual at an old hunting lodge on the ranch, where the entire Selleck family would gather to open presents before moving to the house for dinner. While this tradition has become logistically challenging due to the growth of the family, the essence of spending quality time together remains central to their year-end celebrations.

In a candid interview, Selleck also revealed some personal preferences, admitting he was “not much of a vegetable guy” and had been a “very fussy eater” in his childhood. He elaborated on his more intimate Christmas celebrations with Jillie and Hannah, often choosing to spend the holiday just the three of them, perhaps briefly visiting siblings but primarily enjoying their own family time. When asked about his plans for his milestone 80th birthday, which he celebrated on January 29, 2025, Selleck expressed a desire for a quiet affair, noting he had “stopped celebrating birthdays a while back” and intended to simply have dinner with close family.

Despite joking about being “unemployed” after the conclusion of “Blue Bloods,” Selleck made it clear that retirement from acting was far from his mind. He expressed interest in potentially expanding the “Blue Bloods” universe with a spin-off or revisiting his role as Jesse Stone in more television films. While acknowledging that offers weren’t “pouring in,” he remained optimistic that new opportunities would arise.

Furthermore, Selleck conveyed a strong desire to explore new roles, particularly within the Western genre, which aligns with his personal passion. His exclamation, “A good Western’s always on my list. I miss that; I want to sit on a horse again,” underscored his eagerness to embrace fresh challenges and continue entertaining his loyal fanbase. The end of “Blue Bloods” signifies not a conclusion, but rather the close of one significant chapter in Tom Selleck’s enduring and beloved acting career, with the promise of exciting new ventures on the horizon.