Thomas William Selleck is known for starring as private investigator Thomas Magnum in the television series Magnum P.I. (1980-1988) and Peter Mitchell in Three Men and a Baby and Three Men and a Little Lady. Before that, he had a recurring role as Lance White, the likable and naive partner of Jim Rockford (played by James Garner) on The Rockford Files. He plays Police Chief Jesse Stone in a series made-for-TV based on Robert B. Parker novels. Since 2010, he has been a primary cast member as NYPD Commissioner Frank Reagan in the crime drama Blue Bloods.
Tom Selleck has savored great success over several decades, but the actor has battled the pain of arthritis for many years.
Reports from friends and colleagues of Tom Selleck say that the former action star is tortured daily while on set.
Tom’s days as the car-jumping-scuba-diving-action star are a thing of the past. ~Costar.
Tom has been seen by doctors and he’s learned techniques to lessen the pain, but it’s a disease that isn’t going away. In a recent interview, he said, “I’m learning to adjust to it as best I can.”
The pain is sometimes so bad, Tom can’t do his own stunts forcing a double to step in. Sometimes, the stunt is used for even simple scenes such as getting in and out of the police car. The star also sometimes has to film scenes sitting down.
Tom is an old-school professional and reports say that he never complains about the pain. He often jokes that he’s not ‘Magnum PI’ anymore.
Now, some in Tom’s family fear that the treatment that the actor is taking for arthritis will cause him to go blind.
Keep him in your prayers.
Sending you blessings of love and gratitude from Sterrett, Alabama!
Charity
Copyright © Charity M. Richey-Bentley 2018
Naomi says
Love this man! Thoughts and prayers being sent your way!
debbie A Brockman says
I’ve always watched Tom Selleck growing up and love Blue Bloods,I hope there is something out there to help him cope,love you Tom goodluck!
Karla says
Prayers for Tom
E Earline Milesmikese mEmE says
I am a Blue Blood fan I just knew something was not right my prays r with him
Lelia says
Father God,I pray the anointing of the Holy Spirit move through his bones,blood vessels,ligaments,and command this Spirit of infirmity to leave and never seek living him again. Thomas Selleck, in Jesus’ name,youare free of pain and function in your daily activitiesindependently, 24 hours per day,in Jesus’ name,Amen!
Dusty says
Lelia,
According to Matthew 18:18&19 I agree with you in prayer, because there is No time. Or distance in the Spirit Realm.
Also to Tom, look into Dr. Rife and frequencies. It works!
Dusty
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Dusty,
Thank you so much.
Charity
RodriguezaIsel says
God bless Tom. I have watched him for decades. I pray he will get better soon 🙏🌹🙏🌹
Joanie says
Amen! Bless Tom dear Lord & heal his body!
Annette says
Praying for u! I’ve been a fan of yours since I was a child 😇
linda torres says
Sending my prayers to you Mr. Selleck. My late husband and I have enjoyed your work since Magnum. And I continue to this day. You take care. God bless..
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for your comment.
Charity
B says
Praying for you, “Francis,” you’re still a Rockstar to many. Blessings and peace to you as you continue the brave fight.
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for being here.
Charity
Ron says
I’m also battling a similar illness it’s a challenge every day to get up and start the painful event of moving atom knows we have talked many times as my wife says we are look alikes.
MaryMary says
Such a great guy ,I believe in him prayers Tom Selleck
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for the prayers. God bless you.
Charity
Joy says
Praying for Tom. He needs to deal with the painful memories in his life and forgive those who have hurt him. Forgotten, stuffed emotions have a huge role in pain.
Cheryl Johnson says
Prayers going up for a true American. LOVE THIS GUY
Rose says
Love this man, I enjoy watching him. 🙏🏽🙏🏽, I have this disease and can tell you, sometimes the wrong touch in the wrong place can hurt.
Stay strong 💪🏽, for all us fighting for you and with you. ❤️
Carol Manning says
Sorry for the pain you are having to deal with. I will be praying for God’s healing . Thak you for all the work you have done . Your life has been a blessing to us. Than you for being a great American!!
Lisa says
Prayers for you Tom. I’ve always been a big fan!
Bill Price says
You are one of my favorites along with John Wayne, James Arness,
Patricia Shaw says
Tom Selleck is my favorite actor. Not only is he good looking, he is an excellent performer. He also lives a respectful life with integrity. Praying for him.
Catalina M. Santana says
Many many prayers go out your way. Love all your movies and series, not to mention you are very handsome. May God help you with your pain.
Jeff says
Every time I see Tom Selleck on TV I wish he was my father.
Perry Noyd says
Every time I see Tom Selleck on TV I wish he was my husband!
Lynda says
Praying for healing.
Barbara A Zaccagnini says
Will pray for your healing. In Jesus Christ, I pray. LOL
Nancy says
Prayers for you Tom. I have arthritis in my knees. Hurts, big time. Hope we both get better soon.
Daisy says
I dont know if he has had an injury or not but medicine isnt’t going to fix his problem: he needs more that medicine. Please have him contact Dr. John Bergman. The doctor who is a holistic chiropractor in California. I believe he can really help. His ph: 714-9625891
Patsy says
Praying for you Tom.I know what you are going through.Pain is very hard to deal with. You are my favorite actor !
Portia Bernthaler says
My prayers and thoughts are with you , I can honestly say you are and Aways have been one of my favorite actors.May God be with you now and Aways . Tom Selleck Your one of the best !
Judi Bohanon says
Sending prayers to Tom. Time to check out a natural treatment instead of dangerous meds. Try some Keratin tablets. It’s all natural and also legal. It has helped a lot of pain caused from osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, joint pain and more.
Dorothy Ramey says
Prayers. Great actor. Love all his shows and movies. Big fan.
Patricia Johnson says
Tom, you are one of my favorites. I pray for your pain to lessen and that you have a long & healthy life.
Betty Colegrove says
Tom should look into trying CBD oil. It will definitely help manage the pain. Best of all, it’s natural and has no side effects like traditional pharmaceuticals do. I have a source for high quality organically grown CBD.
Lyn says
What is your source? I have a lot of pain!
JoeyJoeyJ says
I a devout fan and also suffer from severe arthritis and have had multiple surgeries. I know your pain n and will be proud to keep you in my prayers. God Bless
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for your prayers for him.
Esther Martinez says
I will pray for you I’m sure that we all want to keep you
Nicki says
Praying for you Tom. May you be guided to examine the past issues of anger, hurt and frustration in your life that have been buried over the years and allow them to be exposed to the light. No one should have to live with that much pain. Take care of yourself.
Christine says
God bless you and keep you Tom.
Laura C. says
Will definitely keep Tom in my prayers. I love him in BB & hate to think of him in pain while doing his filming scenes. He’s also very good as Jesse Stone. Big fan. Take care Tom.
Mary F. says
My husband and I have been fans for a very long time and have enjoyed watching Tom Selleck in every role he’s ever had. Prayers for relief for his pain and for his endurance. He is in my age group, and I have arthritis myself, so I know the pain and fatigue it can cause. It is debilitating. All the best to Tom – we love Bluebloods!
Ruth Gauthier says
I will keep Tom in my daily prayers. I watch Blue Blood all the time. My husband was a police officer & in many ways the show remins me of my late darling. Thank you for all the enjoyment you provide for so many people. God bless.
Janice Fowler says
He also played in a lot of western. I watched several of them today.
Donna Palfrey says
Brilliant actor, my daughter and husband has bad arthritis and suffers in pain so my thoughts are with Tom
Sharon says
So sorry for your pain. As a arthritis and fibromyalgia patient I know your pain.
I will be praying for you.
Jeanie Anderson says
Dear Tom,
I have watched everything you have done and I love your work. As an amputee with severe nerve pain and arthritis and tired of all the pills they were giving me, changed my therapy to high doses of Pure CBD oil and pain cream. It’s been 6 weeks of use and my pain level has been reduced by 75% and it really works. All my prayers are with you and I hope that if you try CBD treatment it works for you. I hope you are able to continue to do blue bloods it’s my favorite show.
Best wishes and God be with you
Jeanie
Arlene Hanlon says
You are in my prayers. You are a great man and loved by all. May God heal your pain.
Helga Sticklus says
DEAR TOM , I wish you there very best, how some Doctor can help you get through this with some help
My husband suffered like you for many years with no help from anyone , also getting blind and at the ent Parkisons , so I know what you are going through,
God help you , and blessing . I love you and all your wonderful shows.
Kathleen mcdonald says
Thoughts and prayers For Tom Selleck, I had no idea he was ill.🙏🙏
Rachel Platiau says
Dear Tom,
I am a long-time fan of yours since Magnum PI.
My brother introduced me to Blue Bloods, and I watch all your episodes, including reruns I will never stop being your fan.
Tom, I am truly sorry to learn that you have been suffering for many years. Please know that I will keep you in my prayers. God bless you, Tom.
Claudia Morris says
I love watching Blue Bloods. He is a wonderful actor.
My prayers are with him
Claudia Morris says
My neighbor and I watch Blue Bloods all the time. We think he is a wonderful actor
Norma says
You are a man we so admire for your honesty, talent and tenancity. Have loved all your shows and we still watch Blue Bloods, one of our favorite shows. We need more families like the Reagans in today’s world. God bless
Frances Preston says
Thomas William Selleck, my thoughts and payers are with you. I do understand the pain that your going through. I have fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue plus I also am an amputee but still fighting the good fight daily. What keeps me going is number one my faith in God, two my children and grandchildren plus my friends. I however do love the movies and tv series Magnum P.I. (1980-1988) and Peter Mitchell in Three Men and a Baby and Three Men and a Little Lady. Also Jim Rockford (played by James Garner) on The Rockford Files but thee best I really think you helped the most was NYPD Commissioner Frank Reagan in the crime drama Blue Bloods. Why, is because it was related to family, community, and loyalty, trust plus one faith. All this together you touch and shaped one like me watching you. However, there comes a time where you need to take of you and your family and something God has to find a way to slow us down and rethink what’s your first priority and other after that are. God is not done with you yet, so listen to him and he will show you. Thank you for being a good and great actor now it’s your time to rest and get strong in the Lord and you family. God Bless you and may he give you favor thoughtout this year.
Alice Montoya says
Dear Tom, I feel your pain! I too am suffering from very painful arthritis, in my knees hips, lower back, left shoulder, right ankle. But like you I’m not ready to give up. I pray daily to our Awesome God Our Father to help me deal with this pain. I only have to think of the tremendous pain Our Lord Jesus Christ went through for our sins and I’m relieved of the pain in my own body. I will be praying for you Mr. Selleck and will light a candle for you tonight. My Dear Mother suffered from that terrible painful Arthritis and She always seemed to feel better after her nitely prayers and lighting her candle at her altar at home. I’m a avid watcher of weekly “Blue Bloods” and watch even the reruns in which I often haven’t seen and find that very enjoyable. Keep up your wonderful spirit and you help us and keep us entertained and help us forget our woes Thank You and God’s Blessings to you and your Family!!! 💝😇 Alice
Maura says
My favorite actor prayers
Nancy Berry says
Praying for you Tom terrible thing to endure such pain
God will listen keep your faith
Barb says
Hang in there Tom! I’m near your age and life starts to hurt…but your still the best looking man on the planet!
Priscilla says
My prayers are with him and his family.
Diane says
Love my Friday nights watching Blue Bloods and all shows you have been I . We love everything you have done . Take Care of you! Prayers for less pain
C. felix says
Tom my mom loves you as well as I prayers going your way 😘
Sandy Fopiano says
God Bless You, Tom. Praying…..
Sandy Fopiano says
God Bless You, Tom…. Praying…..
Karen Richardson says
Have arthritis and degenerative joint disease myself. Know the pain. Praying for you.
Betty McElmurry says
I have RA and the pain gets so intense I don’t want to be around anyone. For over 30 years I have suffered with pain, so I know how you feel. God bless
Arlene says
You are one in a million. Prayers going out to you . The world needs more people like you. Hope and pray that you don’t lose your sight. Pain is one thing, but losing your sight is another. Stay strong,
lori says
Thoughts and Prayers for Mr Selleck to be more pain free. Hope they find something that will help him and not cause other problems. Love watching Blue Bloods. Thank you for all you do Mr Selleck.
Karen Pauly says
Tom, listen to Frances Preston. Take care and get well. We all need you to help this country to move forward with values and sensibility.
Darlene says
Prayers for you and your pain. I am sure some days it is unbearable! I have ostarthritis is my knees, depending on the weather, some days I want to sit and cry. Some nights can’t sleep. Take care
my friend! Love Blue Bloods and anything else with you in it. There will never be another Magnum P.I.
Like you! Get Well!
Darlene from New Orleans
e you! Get well
Lori says
I like him best as Frank in Blue Bloods. I wish him well.
Leonard Bragg says
Tom, I feel as if you were part of the family. Have followed you since 1980. I want to send me sincere thoughts and prayers for your situation. I also know what respect you have for the Military. From Magnum to Blue Bloods, you have taken us vicariously to many places
HM1 LEONARD BRAGG USN RET
BJ Jefferys says
May God bless you and keep you. And may he take your pain from you. You might want to try Knox gelatin, and selenium tabs. They have helped so many people are I have suggested this to. May you have no more pain. You a fan for a long time…
B.J.
Diana Green says
Love you as a person & as an actor! God bless you & your family!! Miracles do happen. Praying for one for you!! I’m being a little selfish- will miss Blue bloods on Friday night!!
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you for your prayers for him.
Bonnie Aronson says
Tom Selleck, you are in great shape, for the shape you are in! You are too handsome to stop moving. 😂😂😂 All kidding aside, I have been a Fan for years. Love you for your talent, your kind heart, and your Patriotism. God Bless you Tom. Prayers for you. Take care. 😊💕❤
Bonnie Aronson says
Tom, you might try a natural herb called “YUCCA”. I have used it. Seemed to work. It is for painful joints. If you have a walk-in bath, you might try soaking in very warm water with epsom salt. I hate to hear that you are suffering. I have arthritis, but I am able to control it with taking Ibuprofen, or Advil, every other day. You are in my prayers. 💕❤
Bonnie Aronson says
Tom, wondering how you and your family faired during the earthquakes. I hope everyone is OK! If you start thinking about retiring somewhere outside of California, Texas would be a great choice! North Texas, East Texas… plenty of open prairie, blue bonnets as far as the eye can see. The humidity might be good for your arthritis! Just sayin! Wish you the best, 💕❤
Bonnie Aronson says
I love Tom Selleck, and wish him well. Where have my posts gone?Reminds me of all the letters I sent to Tim Curry. Don’t know if he ever recieved any of them.
shawn kelly says
Tom, Im sorry to hear that you have a little trouble walking. I will say a prayer for you I have arthritis in my hands. I was an Electrican for 32 years, may god bless you.
Katherine Georgiades says
This is very sad and awful to hear that while trying to cope with the unbearable pain of arthiritis that dear Tom Selleck risks blindness…… I am so sorry to hear of your plight and send you much love, light, prayers, and positive energy to enfold you as you are faced with these terrible challenges. You have always been an inspiration, and when I see you on telly it takes me back to younger days, and good wholesome memories when growing up. I have always felt such a sincereness from you and think that you are a very genuine and kind man. All the best of good health to you Mr Selleck …… I will keep you in my prayers.
Karen Quick says
Prayers,Always Good Man.
Kathie M Bentley says
Tom God has his hands on you helping to heal and give you comfort and love. You are and have always been one of my husbands and my very special actors. Watching you in our favorite westerns
THE SACKETS, Love all of them. You are a great Man. We can only Pray you will overcome this with GOD and ALL of us pulling together hand in hand and sending you the GREATEST GIFT TO YOU OUR PRAYERS.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU STRONG MAY THE WARMTH OF HIS LOVE FLOW THROUHG YOUR BODY AND MAY HIS HEALING HANDS SURROUND ALL OF YOU AND KEEP YOU SAFE. IN JESUS’S NAME
AMEN
Charity M. Richey-Bentley says
Thank you so much for your beautiful prayer.
Charity
Cynthia says
Prayers for Tom he always did ride tall in the saddle!
Robert Rollins says
I pray you are healed and well. Praise God..
Jeanie Anderson says
Dear TOM,
As a 65 year old amputee with severe nerve pain and arthritis I know how you feel. Tired of all the pills that didn’t work well changed my treatments to all natural CBD oil in high doses along with the CBD pain cream. I am 6 weeks into this all natural treatment and believe it or not my nerve pain and arthritis in my hands and hips has reduced by 75%. I still have bad days but not as many as I did before. I have watched every series,movie and blue bloods is my favorite, I hope you can continue. My prayers and love are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Jeanie anderson
Debbie Stapp says
I have been and always will be a die hard fan of Mr. Tom Selleck’s…I had recently noticed in scenes on Blue Bloods when Tom would walk, that he was walking rather rigidly, not seeming to bend his knees. It bothered me this time enough to google any information regarding his legs. And then I found this information. I will be praying for you Mr. Selleck. With all of the advances in medicine and treatments of different illnesses, I am hoping that there is one out there especially for you and anyone else suffering daily excruciating pain. Love ya, Tom! Love everything you have ever been in. You are a very humble person. I have seen you on talk shows in the past and you seem like an absolutely wonderful person.
Cheryl says
As a long time fan and Christian god works in mysterious ways.walk by faith . BELIEVE AND TRUST GOD .I HAD a deadly cancer one day laying in my recliner all alone I began to cry and talk to god and ask him to save me .j began to pray .the nxt day when I went to the dr the dr ask the nurse to come see if she saw anything she nor the dr together couldn’t find anything I remember my mom waiting and ask the dr what was going on . I heard the dr tell her I cant see or feel the cancer it’s gone. My mom said where is it he said I dont know it’s not there. Anymore…I never went back. it’s been 10 yrs .I know god is real and I’m a walking miracle. YOU ARE A AWSOME MAN MY PRAYERS R WITH U. GOD BLESS YOU. A BIG FAN
Liz says
Dear Tom,
It is awful to live with pain… please try a pain clinic where an injection under X-ray guidance is given to the affected area.. it may be a miracle solution for you
Laurie Wood says
You know I knew something was wrong, buy just watching him walk in Blue Bloods, I am so so sorry Tom Selleck, I love watching all of your shows, Maybe like you say your not Magnum P I anymore, maybe all the jumping and running from the Dobermans partly caused it, Lol, I think one of my favorites movies is Quigley I still watch it over and over when I see it coming on, hang in there, it is a pain to get older Love you always Laurie Wood Cowley, San Angelo Texas
Theresa H. says
Like so many others, I am deeply sadden to hear of Mr Selleck’s painful ordeal & the treatment that threatens his sight. I immediately prayed & petitioned Father God for to heal him. I’m encouraged by these posts from other sufferers who recommend CBD oil & cream. I don’t struggle w/ arthritis but have had cancer twice & lost several body parts. The most damaging to my system were the meds! I no longer blindly trust my drs advice & I look for alternatives.
If Mr Selleck is open to miraculous healing via authentic & vetted servants of God, who are sought after internationally for their gifts of healing & who minister discreetly to celebrities, presidents, etc., I hope he’ll consider contacting Bill Johnson, Sr Pastor of Bethel Church in Redding CA (or Chris Gore, their director over Healing Ministry); or Shawn Bolz, formerly of Expressions 58 church in Pasadena (?), who has many Hollywood connections. All are gracious, humble men who operate in the gifts of the Spirit (1 Cor 12).
“Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.”
Warm regards,
Theresa
Juanita Walker says
Absolutely a Tom Selleck fan. As a lifetime horse woman having to battle rheumatoid arthritis, I understand his pain. It is very difficult some days. Prayers for him.
John Barfield says
Sending smoke, and playing the drums for you. May the creator watch over you.
EdgarPoe says
I just watched Tom doing a commercial for 2nd mortgages he seemed to have a limp……Arthritis is painful…….
Linda says
Tom Selleck needs to try CBD Oil. It has helped my husband and numerous others!
Christina Ribaudo says
Tom I truly believe in some doctors and I truly believe in some medicine but I really believe in miracles and I really believe in God Almighty! I pray to a very powerful Saint Padre Pio he has never failed me with my prayers. I will hold a rosary close to my heart at night and ask him to please help you.
Mitchell M Herkert says
I wish you the best. Please try some alternative medicine. I’m sure Cali has alot you have not tried. Check out Boron
CJ says
Surely you are aware of the medicinal properties of marijuana. With the absence of thc, it will help with the pain and not make you feel loopy. My Lord, why would you take a treatment that would cause blindness ( if what I’m reading is true)? You’ve been around long enough to know what’s what. Be blessed. 🤗
Frank de la garza says
Hey Mr. Quigley Down Under, the best movie you ever made. Man we are all pulling for you. We saw you on the AAG commercial and noticed a limp. Our prayers are with you that you get better. All the best to you and your family.
Pat Nelson says
Mr. Selleck,
I can’t say that I have watched a lot of your shows but I have enjoyed those that I have seen. You have always as an honest and moral man . I’m sure you are trusted by all in your mortgage commercials and that is saying a lot ! It’s obvious through this blog that you are loved by millions, with that love and the grace of God I pray that find comfort .
I sure wish and hope the best for you
Gwen Cameron says
My daughter teases me about my long time devotion to all
the things we’ve been gifted to enjoy from Tom Sellect. I recommend reading Sugar Blues possibly to help eliminate the severe pain. The logic is sound. Best wishes!