{
  "id": 17572063,
  "title": "Quote Of The Day By 'NCIS' Star Mark Harmon: 'Treat People The Same, Not Based On Who...'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/quote-of-the-day-by-ncis-star-mark-harmon-treat-people-the-same-not",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-01T09:25:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TVLine",
    "slug": "tvline",
    "url": "https://www.tvline.com/2302487/quote-of-the-day-mark-harmon-treat-people-equally/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mark Harmon, renowned for his portrayal of Leroy Jethro Gibbs on the TV series NCIS, is known for his down-to-earth demeanor and genuine humanity. Harmon's career has spanned across various genres, from classic 70s crime dramas to prominent shows like Chicago Hope and The West Wing.\n\nIn a 2019 interview with People, Harmon shared a piece of advice from his late father, Tom Harmon, who was also an actor and sports broadcaster. The actor emphasized the importance of treating people the same, irrespective of their status or profession. Harmon stressed the need for empathy and common kindness, stating that one should not let a person's fame or job color their perception of them. He believed that treating everyone with basic civility and sincerity is essential, regardless of their achievements.\n\nHarmon also highlighted the significance of hard work and continuous self-improvement. He advised that one should always be prepared for opportunities and invest in their personal growth. In addition to this, Harmon believes in the value of attention to detail and recognizing that luck is earned through hard work. His humble approach to success has contributed to his enduring career in the entertainment industry, coupled with a screen presence that has remained steady and dependable.",
  "summary": "The actor behind Leroy Jethro Gibbs partially credits his attitude of more-or-less universal kindness for the longevity of his Hollywood career.",
  "key_points": [
    "Mark Harmon advises treating people equally, not based on status",
    "Emphasizes empathy and common kindness over fame or job",
    "Believes in hard work, self-improvement, and earned luck"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}