For twelve years, audiences tuned in every week to watch Jack Lord and the rest of the gang at Hawaii Five-0. As the heart of the police force, Lord’s character, Steve McGarrett, was larger than life. He was tough, very savvy, and knew how to rock a Hawaiian shirt. He drove a cool car and knew how to throw a right hook.
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While McGarrett was one of the most interesting characters on television, the man behind the character was far more fascinating. Lord was so much more than an actor—he was a true Renaissance man. Poet, painter, car salesman, singer, and sailor, Jack Lord did it all. Let’s take a look at some of his incredible feats, as well as some unknown facts about the show Hawaii Five-0!