TV Stars Who Played High School Football – Before The Fame
In honor of America’s favorite pastime, here’s a look at some small screen stars who got their first tastes of fame by tackling, punting and passing for their high school football teams. By Aaron Rasmussen
Mark Harmon
THEN: Mark Harmon, Junior Year, 1969, Harvard School, North Hollywood, CA
NOW: Mark Harmon grew up in the shadow of his Heisman Trophy winner dad, broadcaster Tom Harmon. But Mark stole the spotlight when he quarterbacked for Harvard School in North Hollywood and again with the UCLA Bruins. Mark realized he had a brighter future off the field, and he went on to star in the hugely successful hit drama “NCIS.” Despite his leading man looks, Mark hasn’t let fame go to his head. “When I look in the mirror all I see is a bunch of fake teeth and football scars,” he has said.
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