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"The Avalon Network is the culmination of my Foundation's 10-year journey of gratitude and service to our nation's defenders and their loved ones, and we look forward to continuing this mission… it truly has been a journey from Self to Service."
Long before his passion for helping war veterans, Sinise was a defiant teen who agreed with his friends to engage in Highland Park High School's production of "West Side Story."
Gary Sinise and wife Moira Harris at the AFI Tribute to Steven Spielberg held at Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, CA, United States. | Source: Getty Images
Soon, the Illinois native discovered his knack for acting and pursued a career in it. At age 18, he co-founded the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago. Sinise featured in various theatrical plays before moving to Los Angeles to fulfill his Hollywood dream.
The actor appeared in various series and films, including "Crime Story," "Of Mice and Men," and "The Stand," before bagging his signature role in "Forrest Gump."
Actor Gary Sinese and wife Moira Sinese at Gary Sinise's Star Ceremony On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame on April 17, 2017 in Hollywood, California. | Source: Getty Images
Sinise received many awards and nominations following his acting prowess, like the Emmys, a Golden Globe, and the Screen Actors Guild Awards.
Besides his resumé, Sinise has an adorable love tale with his longtime wife, Moira Harris, who is also a native of Illinois. Harris is a graduate of Illinois State University.
She met the actor during her time there, and they bonded. Interestingly, Harris is equally talented as her husband but has managed to rack up fewer features, including starring in Sinise's films.
With a similar passion, the couple stuck together for forty years because of their efforts. Sinise credited his wife for sustaining their marriage. However, he revealed that the secret to their longevity is "a sense of humor." The actor further explained:
"My wife's a loving, funny, Irish-spirited person, and I'm still surprised at some things she says. She makes me laugh every day."
Sinise is the perfect definition of a real-life angel. He makes people smile and has been blessed with an equally fulfilled life, including a successful career and family.
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