Episode 118 – The Iconic Career of TV & Film Star (and 80s/90s Heartthrob) Jack Scalia

In Part Two of his revealing conversation with host Tony Miros, Hollywood heartthrob Jack Scalia takes an emotional, behind-the-scenes look at his life on and off the screen.

He opens up about his deep friendship with screen legend Rock Hudson, sharing touching stories from their time filming “The Devlin Connection” & the heartfelt moments surrounding Rock’s health struggles and final days.

He then takes us inside some of his most memorable roles—from landing “Remington Steele” , to starring in “I’ll Take Manhattan” with Valerie Bertinelli, to working opposite Raquel Welch in “Torch Song”.

Fans of “Dallas” will love Jack’s insights into playing Nicholas Pearce—his steamy storyline with Sue Ellen, his shocking on-screen death, and his dramatic return for the series finale. He also shares what it was like working with Linda Gray, and the personal lessons he took from his time on set.

Jack reflects on the highs and pressures of being a leading man and sex symbol in the '80s & '90s, what helped him stay grounded, and whether he'd change anything if he could do it all over again.

He also shares fun stories about working with Jackie Collins, attending her glamorous dinner parties, and working with icons like Farrah Fawcett, Bo Derek, & Susan Lucci.

Plus, Jack talks about portraying Joey Buttafuoco in the tabloid-fueled “Casualties of Love: The Long Island Lolita Story” TV movie, his Daytime Emmy-nominated stint on “All My Children”, and filming “The Black Tulip” in Kabul—where he spent time with U.S. troops & began a new chapter as an advocate for veterans.

Now serving as an ambassador for the Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes, Jack reflects on a remarkable career, how Hollywood has changed, and what he hopes his legacy will be.

JACK SCALIA

Jack Scalia is an award-winning actor, former professional athlete, & 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), & 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). Over his career, Scalia has starred in or led 11 network TV 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.

Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes - https://saluteheroes.org

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