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Celebrity Sighting: Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart Take the New York City Subway
In a rare public transit appearance, Hollywood luminaries Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart were spotted riding the subway in New York City, mingling with everyday commuters on Monday. The acclaimed actors were seen navigating the underground transit system, offering a glimpse of normalcy amidst their celebrity status. This unexpected sighting captivated fellow passengers and sparked media interest.
Upper West Side Stroll and Subway Venture
Prior to their subway journey, the celebrated couple was observed walking through the Upper West Side neighborhood of Manhattan. Their public outing took an unexpected turn as they descended into a subway station, opting for public transportation over private car services.
Platform Farewell and Separate Trains
At the subway platform, the pair shared an affectionate goodbye kiss before Flockhart, 60, hastened to board a Downtown 2 express train, reportedly en route to her off-Broadway theatrical performance. Ford, 82, adhering to his wife’s directions, subsequently boarded a Downtown 1 train, alighting at the 59th Street station.
“Star Wars” Star’s Subway Conversation
During his subway ride, the iconic “Star Wars” actor was seen engaging in conversation with a fellow passenger. Ford reportedly mentioned to the woman seated beside him that it had been many years since his last subway experience.
Attire and Appearance
For the outing, Ford was casually attired in a button-down shirt, dark blue denim jeans, and black boots, complemented by black-rimmed eyeglasses and a wristwatch.
Flockhart opted for a gray sweater, loose-fitting blue jeans, a blue hat, and a black face mask. The “Brothers & Sisters” actress also carried a black backpack.
First Public Appearance Post-Oscars
This New York City excursion marked Ford’s first public appearance since stepping down from a scheduled presenter role at the 2025 Oscars ceremony last month, citing health concerns.
Shingles Diagnosis
Ford’s representative confirmed that the actor had received a shingles diagnosis. He was initially slated to present at the March 2nd ceremony but withdrew the day prior.
SAG Awards Nomination
The preceding week, Ford attended the SAG Awards, where he received a nomination for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series for his role in Apple TV+’s “Shrinking.” The award ultimately went to Martin Short from “Only Murders in the Building.”
“Shrinking” also received a nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series, but the honor was again awarded to “Only Murders in the Building.”
Flockhart’s Theatrical Engagement
During a red carpet interview at the SAG Awards, Ford explained Flockhart’s absence, stating, “My wife is in New York doing a play.” Flockhart is currently starring in a production of “Curse of the Starving Class” by the late playwright Sam Shepard.
Relationship Timeline
Golden Globes Meeting and Marriage
Ford and Flockhart’s relationship began at the 59th Golden Globe Awards in 2002. Ford proposed to Flockhart during a 2009 vacation, and they married in June 2010 at the Governor’s Mansion in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Family and Children
Ford has four children from two previous marriages. He later adopted Flockhart’s son, Liam, who was adopted by Flockhart in 2001.
Potential On-Screen Collaboration
“Shrinking” Event and Co-starring Question
During PaleyLive’s “An Evening of Shrinking” in February, Ford addressed the question of why he and his wife have never acted alongside each other on screen.
“That’s just the circumstantial reality where we haven’t been offered something where we’d work together,” Ford explained.
Desire to Collaborate
Ford clarified that he would “love to work” with the “Ally McBeal” actress, indicating a potential future on-screen collaboration could be a possibility.