For years, fans have speculated about Tom Selleck’s noticeably slower movements and increasingly limited physical activity on Blue Bloods. Rumors swirled about the actor’s health, but Selleck remained tight-lipped—until now. In a candid recent interview, the Hollywood veteran finally confirmed what many had long suspected: he’s been quietly battling with chronic back issues and joint pain, the result of a decades-long career filled with demanding stunts and physically intense roles.

Selleck admitted that the wear and tear from his early acting days, especially during his time on Magnum, P.I., took a serious toll on his body. He shared that his commitment to doing his own stunts led to years of untreated injuries that eventually caught up with him. “I didn’t think about it back then,” he confessed. “You push through the pain. You want to look tough. But it adds up, and one day you wake up and realize your body’s not the same.”

Despite these challenges, Selleck made it clear that he’s not going anywhere anytime soon. While he’s adjusted his workload and now relies more heavily on body doubles for strenuous scenes, he remains passionately dedicated to Blue Bloods and grateful for the continued support of his fans. “I’ve slowed down, sure,” he said. “But I’m still here, and I still love what I do.