Raised in the wide-open spaces of the family ranch, Hannah grew up surrounded by nature and animals. This simple, down-to-earth lifestyle would play a big role in shaping who she is today.

A Life-Altering Career Decision for Family

In the late 1980s, Tom was one of Hollywood’s biggest stars, thanks to his role in “Magnum P.I.” But even with his fame, he and his wife, Jillie Mack, wanted a private life for their family. Tom met Jillie in London while she was performing in the musical “Cats,” a show he reportedly saw over a dozen times.

After they married in 1987, they welcomed their daughter, Hannah, the following year. Wanting to focus on his family, Tom made a big decision. He stepped back from acting, even leaving “Magnum P.I.” while it was still at the height of its popularity.

His decision was driven by an incident when Hannah was hospitalized with viral pneumonia as a toddler. Not long after, he turned down other major roles, including one in the 1992 movie “Christopher Columbus: The Discovery” alongside Marlon Brando.

Instead of staying in Hollywood, he and Jillie bought a 65-acre ranch in Ventura County, California, where they could raise Hannah. Reflecting on this choice, Tom said, “I wanted a three-dimensional life because I didn’t have one,” adding, “It wasn’t worth it. It was never going to be worth it.”

Jillie shared her husband’s perspective, saying that living on a ranch was “the best environment for [Hannah] to grow up.” Fans noticed their commitment to family and admired young Hannah from afar, noting how she seemed to thrive in the life her parents had chosen.

Growing up on her family’s ranch, Hannah fell in love with horses early on, with her father encouraging her interest. Tom, who learned to ride for his roles in Western movies, shared his skills and knowledge, making horsemanship a special bond between father and daughter.

By age ten, Hannah was competing in the show ring, where she quickly made a name for herself in the equestrian world. During her junior career, she earned a team silver medal at the 2005 Prix des States Junior Jumper National Championship.

The following year, she won another silver in the junior division of the 2006 North American Junior and Young Rider Championships. Her successes continued, and in 2007, she was named the United States Equestrian Federation Hunt Medal Finals Reserve Champion.

A year later, she took home the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West award. She also earned both individual and team gold medals in the Young Rider division of the 2008 North American Junior and Young Rider Championships.

Academic Achievements and Career Choices

Alongside her passion for horses, Hannah pursued a solid academic path. In 2007, she enrolled at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, where she studied communications and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 2011.

While many might assume she would dive right into an equestrian career, Hannah initially tried to pursue a different path. After graduation, she accepted a position in public relations, but the role turned out to be a struggle.

“When I finished college, I thought I might want a career that would support me to ride at a high level as an amateur,” she shared in a 2015 interview. She interned at a PR firm in Beverly Hills for about six months. However, the limited time she had with her horses left her feeling unsatisfied.

In January 2023, she completed her MBA from Pepperdine University’s Graziadio Business School. This advanced degree has allowed her to combine her business knowledge with her equestrian expertise. It set her up to succeed not only as a competitor but also as an entrepreneur in the horse industry.

Driven by her passion for horses and equipped with both equestrian and business experience, Hannah founded Descanso Farms in 2010. Named as a tribute to her family’s Rancho de Descanso, meaning “Ranch of Rest,” Descanso Farms became her space to breed, raise, and train top-quality show horses.

Starting with foals from her former grand prix mare, Tosca van het Lambroeck, Hannah focused on developing young horses to reach their peak potential. SheFF is committed to meticulous training and care, ensuring that each horse is prepared for competition at the highest levels.

In addition to competing with Descanso Farms horses, she also leases them to other riders, sharing her carefully developed horses with equestrian athletes who seek competitive partners. Hannah’s involvement in equine welfare extends beyond her farm as well.

She serves as an ambassador for Brooke USA, an organization dedicated to improving the welfare of horses, donkeys, and mules worldwide.

While horses remain at the heart of Hannah’s career, her presence extends beyond the equestrian world. On social media, she offers glimpses of her life, balancing posts about her horses with snapshots from her work as a model.

Her Instagram features promotional photos for brands such as Adidas, Gigi C Bikinis, Bandier, and Tropic of C, blending her athletic lifestyle with a stylish edge. These images showcase her as not only an equestrian but also a figure admired for her elegance and athletic appeal.

Hannah’s photos draw enthusiastic responses from fans, who often leave admiring comments. Fans have described her as a “beautiful lady,” showing their appreciation for her confidence and poise.

Others have remarked on her striking features. One fan commented, “You’re so beautiful. You’ve got legs for miles,” while another called her an “epic stunning beautiful cowgirl.”

One fan commented on a throwback photo of Hannah and Tom on Instagram, “His daughter Hannah is just a beautiful little girl! The Selleck family is just made of beautiful people.” Another wrote, “You are an amazing young lady. You will be just as amazing as [your father] was.”

For Tom, fatherhood has been a lifelong priority. Reflecting on his decision to step back from Hollywood at the peak of his career, Tom has often expressed no regrets about choosing family over fame. “I think I’ve been a good dad. But you always think you missed opportunities,” he said.

“You never stop being a dad,” he said in a separate interview. Tom’s pride in Hannah is evident in the way he encouraged her independence and supported her, from her competitive riding to her business pursuits.

Even now, as Tom balances his role in “Blue Bloods” with his personal life, he remains a father first. “I’ve always treasured the balance between work and time with my family,” he explained. “It’s always about them.”