“Tom Selleck: ‘I Won’t Discuss Gun Control with Those Who Think Men Can Have Babies'”
A quote attributed to “Blue Bloods” actor Tom Selleck recently circulated online, claiming he said, “I refuse to debate gun control with anyone who believes men can have babies.” This post gained significant traction, with over 4,000 replies, 11,000 reposts, and 108,000 likes. One user humorously commented, “That mustache is biblical and has spoken. I agree with it.” Another user praised Selleck, stating, “Tom Selleck is a great PATRIOT and a great ACTOR! ‘Blue Bloods’ is my favorite series – the best!”
The first known public post featuring this quote seems to have originated from X user Pamela Hensley on May 2, 2024.
No Evidence of the Quote’s Authenticity However, there is no evidence to support that Selleck actually made this statement. A search for the quote yielded only seven results, primarily linking to sites like iFunny.co and posts on X.
If Selleck had indeed made a remark connecting gun control with transgender identity, it would likely have been covered by various entertainment and political news outlets, but no such reports exist.
Snopes reached out to Selleck’s representative for clarification and also contacted users @TRUMP_ARMY and Hensley to inquire about the posting of the false quote. We will update this story if we receive a response.
Discussion Around the Quote In response to Hensley’s post, one user questioned its validity, asking, “Did he, or are you just lying for engagement?” They humorously referenced a fabricated quote from former U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, saying, “Don’t believe the grifters’ lies.” For context, in 1999, the Tampa Bay Times reported on Selleck’s well-known debate with Rosie O’Donnell regarding guns and the Second Amendment.
