Episode 117 – The Iconic Career of TV & Film Star (and 80s/90s Heartthrob) Jack Scalia

In this stellar new episode of Hollywood Obsessed, host Tony Miros sits down with the charismatic Jack Scalia, the unforgettable leading man who lit up screens in the hit series “Remington Steele,” the iconic primetime soap “Dallas,” and so many more!

From his humble beginnings in Brooklyn to becoming one of the most recognizable faces on television, Jack opens up about his incredible journey—starting with his childhood dream of becoming a professional athlete. A gifted multi-sport athlete, he was drafted by the Montreal Expos at age 20 and pitched for 3 years before a career-ending injury forced him to change course.

Jack pivoted to modeling at 24, landing a Vogue shoot with Arthur Elgort, working with Giorgio Armani in Milan, and becoming the original “Jordache Jeans Man.” He shot with photography legends like Bruce Weber and Francesco Scavullo, but his fast-lane lifestyle got him banned from Studio 54. Hitting rock bottom led to a powerful turning point: Jack entered rehab and has now been proudly sober for 43 years.

Jack shares how a call from NBC casting exec Joel Thurm led to his breakout role in “The Star Maker” alongside Suzanne Pleshette, Brenda Vaccaro —and the legendary Rock Hudson. That meeting sparked a deep & lasting friendship with Rock, who became like a second father. Jack recounts touching & hilarious stories of their time together, including being introduced to A-listers like Elizabeth Taylor & Roddy McDowall, and what it was like working with Rock on “The Devlin Connection.”

Don’t miss this captivating, no-holds-barred conversation full of Hollywood history, untold stories, and inspiration. If anyone has lived a life full of reinvention and resilience, its Jack Scalia.

JACK SCALIA

Jack Scalia is an award-winning actor, former professional athlete, and passionate advocate for U.S. veterans. With a career spanning over four decades, he has made a lasting impact in both entertainment and public service.

A Brooklyn native and athlete, Scalia was the #1 draft pick for the Montreal Expos in 1971. After a career-ending injury, he pivoted to modeling, becoming the face of major brands such as Armani, Jordache, and Eminence. His screen debut came in the early 1980s with The Devlin Connection opposite Rock Hudson, quickly followed by leading roles in hit series like Dallas and Remington Steele.

Scalia’s telefilm credits include I’ll Take Manhattan (1987), Ring of Scorpio (1991), and Lady Boss—earning him a Best Male Actor nomination at the 1992 American Television Awards. His role as Nicholas Pearce in Dallas (1989) earned him a Best Supporting Actor award at the Soap Awards Primetime. He also portrayed Joey Buttafuoco in the infamous true-crime drama Casualties of Love: The Long Island Lolita Story (1993), co-starring Alyssa Milano. Over his career, Scalia has starred in or led 11 network television series & earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for his work on All My Children.

His film credits include standout performances in Wes Craven’s Red Eye (2005) and End Game alongside Cuba Gooding Jr., as well as acclaimed independent films.

Off screen, Scalia is a dedicated supporter of the military community. While filming The Black Tulip in Kabul, Afghanistan, he spent time visiting U.S. troops stationed at nearby bases and embassies. He has since served as a keynote speaker at major military installations. Today, he proudly serves as an ambassador for the Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes, a nonprofit organization devoted to supporting wounded veterans and their families.

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