Tom Selleck actually relayed so much of his star power to the success of “Magnum P.I.” that he even had a say in many of the creative decisions in the show. He was so integral to the overall production that he even shared in the responsibility of who to cast on several occasions.
Of course, who would Tom cast none other than Jillie Mack? The starlet eventually was seen in the episode “Rembrandt’s Girl”, playing the English girl in a party scene.
The Cat of His Dreams
Perhaps Tom kept going back to see the production because of his developing infatuation with the vibrant Rumpleteazer, played by Jillie Joan Mack.
He was so absolutely smitten with her that he decided to introduce himself and schedule a date. The pair, obviously, hit it off.
Let Love Bloom
Since Mack finally ended her contract with "Cats," she didn’t have anything tying her down in London anymore.
Thus, she could finally commit time to be romantically involved with an A-list hottie. It wasn’t long until we saw the beautiful pair appearing just about everywhere together! The two even enjoyed a nice night at the Emmys.
On the Downlow
After spending a good five years together, Tom and Jillie shocked many when they disclosed that the two had already secretly tied the knot.
Apparently, the event was so concealed that the two even got married under the nicknames “Tom Jenkins” and “Suzie Mark.” It was held in a 24-hour wedding chapel in Lake Tahoe, Nevada.
A Private Wedding
To avoid legal issues, the couple eventually had to reveal their true identities before the recital of the vows. Tom even made sure that only Polaroids would be taken so the negatives would not be leaked.
The wedding officiant, David Immel, even shared, “They were both nervous, like any other couple about to get married.” “He was very concerned that the service be heartfelt, very concerned for her that the service be meaningful. He is a very warm, caring man,” he added.