Gary Sinise | The Sage Steele Show

Sage Steele & Gary Sinise:
Service, Strength & the Power of Giving Back 🇺🇸🎖️

Hollywood icon Gary Sinise joins Sage Steele for an unforgettable conversation on resilience, faith, and the power of service. From his legendary role as Lieutenant Dan in Forrest Gump to his tireless advocacy for veterans and first responders, Sinise shares deeply personal stories of loss (including emotional details of the incredible battle against cancer that his late son fought) hope, and purpose.

In this must-watch episode, you’ll discover:
✅ The incredible journey of Gary Sinise, from Forrest Gump to CSI: NY to leading a movement of service
✅ How tragedy shaped his life mission to support veterans and first responders
✅ The unbreakable bond of family, including his late son Mac’s inspiring musical legacy
✅ How faith and giving back helped him heal during life’s toughest moments
✅ The powerful impact of the Gary Sinise Foundation, which has raised over $500M to support those who serve

💬 “Service is a great healer – when you’re struggling, helping others can change everything.”
– Gary Sinise

Don’t miss this moving conversation that will inspire you to serve, lead, and make a difference.
🔗 Learn more about the Gary Sinise Foundation: garysinisefoundation.org
🔗 Learn more about Mac Sinise:    / @macsinise7489  

About Gary Sinise
Gary Sinise is a renowned actor, director, and humanitarian whose career spans over four decades in Hollywood. He first gained national recognition for his Oscar-nominated portrayal of Lieutenant Dan in the 1994 classic Forrest Gump, a role that not only cemented his place in cinematic history but also ignited his lifelong commitment to supporting veterans and wounded warriors.
Sinise’s acting career includes an impressive range of performances across film, television, and theater:
🎥 Apollo 13 (1995) – Played NASA Flight Director Gene Kranz in this gripping space drama.
🎥 Ransom (1996) – Starred alongside Mel Gibson in this intense thriller.
🎥 The Green Mile (1999) – A powerful Stephen King adaptation where he played Burt Hammersmith.
📺 CSI: NY (2004-2013) – Led the hit crime drama for nine seasons as Detective Mac Taylor.
📺 Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders (2016-2017) – Played Jack Garrett, head of the FBI’s international response team.
🎭 Co-founder of the Steppenwolf Theatre Company in Chicago, where he directed and starred in numerous acclaimed productions, helping launch the careers of actors like John Malkovich and Laurie Metcalf.

Beyond Hollywood, Sinise has devoted his life to philanthropy and service, using his platform to uplift military families, veterans, and first responders. In 2011, he launched the Gary Sinise Foundation, which has since raised over $500 million to provide mortgage-free homes, adaptive vehicles, disaster relief, and mental health support for America’s heroes.
Sinise’s dedication has earned him numerous honors, including:
🏅 Presidential Citizens Medal (2008) – Awarded by President George W. Bush for his exceptional service to veterans.
🏅 Honorary U.S. Navy Chief Petty Officer (2012) – Recognized for his unwavering support of service members.
🏅 Congressional Medal of Honor Society Patriot Award (2020) – The highest civilian honor given to individuals dedicated to serving veterans.
🏅 Hollywood Walk of Fame Star (2017) – A tribute to both his acting and humanitarian work.
A true patriot, artist, and humanitarian, Gary Sinise continues to inspire millions through his relentless commitment to service, storytelling, and honoring those who sacrifice for our freedom 🇺🇸

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Music credits:
Arctic Circles, written by McCanna Sinise & Oliver Schnee
© 2023 McCanna Sinise / Oliver Schnee
℗ 2023 McCanna Music / Oliver Schnee Music (ASCAP)

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