Followers of the previous CBS sequence Magnum P.I. had been not too long ago reacquainted with Jay Hernandez’s Thomas Magnum and co. when the sequence made its NBC debut for its fifth season. A reboot of the Eighties sequence starring Tom Selleck, the brand new present bears a number of similarities to its predecessor. Nonetheless, one of the vital notable variations is that Hernandez’s model of the lead character does not sport a suave mustache like Selleck’s. With this, Hernandez defined why he does not rock the notorious stache.
Jay Hernandez himself has a really sturdy fanbase, and I am positive loads of followers would not have minded seeing him sport a mustache on the present. Nonetheless, the actor advised Yahoo! Leisure that regardless of Magnum’s notorious mustache being a trademark of the OG present, he did not essentially want it for his personal sequence. He defined:
After the primary season, folks tuned in and had been like: ‘New look, new vibe, new dude. They had been digging it, they usually’ve proven up and supported us. Right here we’re in Season 5, so one thing labored! I suppose the mustache wasn’t an important high quality to the character.
Tom Selleck, who now stars on the long-running Blue Bloods, took audiences by storm within the ‘80s together with his cool demeanor and finely trimmed facial hair. It could actually be exhausting for somebody to develop a mustache that really matches his. Plus, Jay Hernandez’s present search for the character fits him and does assist to additional distinguish his tackle the P.I. from Selleck’s.
Talking of Tom Selleck, he is had a stellar profession, with Blue Bloods approaching 300 episodes. And that is saying one thing, as he admitted to pondering that Magnum P.I. is can be the one fortunate a part of his performing journey. Although the considered Magnum reboot might have initially been unthinkable, the reboot has carved out its personal path — all whereas sustaining the adventurous spirit of the unique.
The unique Magnum has had fairly an influence on popular culture, too. As an illustration, in 2018, a big group of males dressed just like the OG Thomas Magnum (although had been kicked out of a baseball recreation for catcalling ladies). That my not be the form of homage that one count on to listen to about — and the results of that scenario is cringey. Nonetheless, the cosplaying is a testomony to the present’s cultural footprint.
I am personally fairly happy that the 2018 revamp has succeeded. The sequence is enjoyable, and Jay Hernandez is simply too good within the position. And although we gained’t see Hernandez deliver again the mustache, Season 5 remains to be trying fairly good. For instance, now that Magnum and Juliet Higgins are collectively, the writers can play with various fascinating storylines concerning their skilled and romantic relationship. However who is aware of, possibly Magnum would possibly find yourself donning a stache someday down the street. I do know Higgins in all probability would not thoughts {that a} bit.
Tune into new episodes of Magnum P.I. on Sundays at 9 p.m. EST on NBC, they usually can be streamed utilizing a Peacock subscription. And take a look at CinemaBlend’s 2023 TV schedule for data on different exhibits headed your manner this 12 months.
