Mark Harmon and Pam Dawber married in March 1987 after being introduced through a mutual friend. Since then, they’ve built a remarkably private life together, raising their two sons, Sean and Ty, away from the constant attention that comes with being famous.
Mark has spoken warmly about what has made their marriage last. In a 2019 interview with PEOPLE, he pointed to the fact that they were both older when they married:
“We were both in our thirties when we got married, so hopefully the stupid stuff we did earlier. That’s probably the closest I have to what the key is.”
And when asked about the ring he wears on his finger, his answer was even sweeter. He told PEOPLE:
“I wear it or a few others I have because when I’m not shooting, I like to make sure I have something on my ring finger, because I’m proud to be married, and I’m proud of who I’m married to. I’m just so proud of her.”
After nearly four decades, Mark and Pam have continued to choose a quieter life together — and honestly, that might be one of the sweetest things about their love story. 
39 years of marriage, two sons, and a love that Mark Harmon has always seemed determined to keep away from the Hollywood spotlight. 🤍
