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Harrison Ford, 83, Rejects Retirement, Embraces Age-Appropriate Roles

The blockbuster star cites the demand for age-appropriate talent as his motivation to continue performing

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Harrison Ford (left) and Calista Flockhart (right) attend the premiere of Apple TV+'s "Shrinking" Season 2 at Pacific Design Center on Oct. 8, 2024, in West Hollywood, California.

Overview

  • Ford gave a definitive “No” when asked if he would ever retire, underscoring his commitment to acting at age 83
  • He believes acting remains appealing because older roles require actors of corresponding age, ensuring work for veteran performers
  • He recently completed filming Season 3 of Shrinking after earning his first Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Dr. Paul Rhoades
  • Earlier this year, he returned to the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Thaddeus Ross/Red Hulk in Captain America: Brave New World
  • He showed professional rigor and camaraderie on set by consulting Michael J. Fox to inform his Parkinson’s portrayal and once accidentally punched Ryan Gosling during a Blade Runner 2049 rehearsal