Gary Sinise: A Life of Purpose, Passion, and Service

Gary Sinise isn’t your typical Hollywood star. The Forrest Gump actor, now 70, has built a life centered not just on film, but on family, loyalty, and service to others. Married to fellow actor Moira Harris since 1981, the couple has defied the odds in Hollywood with over 40 years of marriage and three children together.

Born in Illinois, Sinise discovered theater as a teen and co-founded the renowned Steppenwolf Theatre Company at 21. His acting breakthrough came in 1994 as Lt. Dan in Forrest Gump, a role that would shape both his career and philanthropic legacy.

Deeply moved by the real-life stories of veterans, Sinise created the Gary Sinise Foundation and the Lt. Dan Band, performing for troops and raising funds to build over 80 homes for wounded veterans. His dedication to military families has earned him widespread respect beyond the screen.

Despite a busy career, Sinise credits humor and shared values for his enduring marriage. “She makes me laugh every day,” he says of Moira.

Gary Sinise stands as a rare example of a celebrity who uses his platform for good—reminding us that true success lies in service, love, and the lives we uplift along the way.