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Screen Archives//Getty Images If you were wondering what Ford's big break was, it was the 1973 film, American Graffiti, directed by George Lucas. He played Bob Falfa, a once famous drag racer, who eventually became a police officer. This would put Harrison Ford on the map for good.
21977
Frank Edwards//Getty Images Ford is no stranger to paparazzi run-ins—which is evident at how effortlessly suave he looks in this photo. Beside him is his first wife, Mary Marquardt. (In the background you can see famous director, George Lucas.)
31977
Sunset Boulevard//Getty Images The famous trio! Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, and Harrison Ford all look stunning in this shot from Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. It was the beginning of a long era for Star Wars fans everywhere, and the first time we were introduced to staple characters Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, and Han Solo (portrayed by Harrison Ford!).
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41979
CBS Photo Archive//Getty Images It's crazy how much a difference a subtle change in your hair can make! This shot is from Ford's role as Colonel Lucas in the 1979 flick, Apocalypse Now. The film also starred Hollywood icons Marlon Brando and Martin Sheen.
51981
Nancy Moran//Getty Images Not sure if we've ever seen anyone look so cool. This shot of Ford in a hot tub at his home is probably one of the most famous photos of the '80s—and for good reason, too. It's also the same year he debuted Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark.
61982
Sunset Boulevard//Getty Images Don't worry, the bruises are fake! They were created by the fantastic makeup team on the set of Blade Runner, another of Ford's famous movies at the time.
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71983
Ron Galella//Getty Images It's safe to say that suits are his thing. This is a photo of Ford and his second wife, Melissa Mathison while at the Writer's Guild Awards in 1983.
81984
Paramount Pictures//Getty Images This photo of Indy alongside Willie (Kate Capshaw) and Short Round (Ke Huy Quan) was meant to promote Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, the second movie of the franchise. It ended up being one of the most iconic photos of the actor!
91986
Sunset Boulevard//Getty Images This isn't the Ford we're used to, but we're not complaining! You may recognize this look from his 1986 film, Mosquito Coast. He's serving serious "vacation dad" looks with this one.
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101991
Paramount Pictures//Getty Images Ford took a more somber approach with his role as Henry Turner, a knowledgable lawyer (turned-compassionate-lover). Is there any role he can't play?!
111995
Gary Gershoff//Getty Images Is that a... stache?! Just when we think he's done surprising us, he pulls another stunt. A pleasant stunt, might we add!
121997
New York Daily News Archive//Getty Images The crossover we never knew we needed! This photo of Ford with Brad Pitt is from the premiere of their movie, The Devil's Own.
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132000
Alain BENAINOUS//Getty Images New decade, new hair! Ford opted for a spiky look at the start of the 2000s, which was definitely in trend at the time!
142002
Gregg DeGuire//Getty Images Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart, his now wife, walked the red carpet in style at K-19: The Widowmaker premiere! The two were all smiles!
152008
Pascal Le Segretain//Getty Images If you think you're seeing an earring, you're right! He sported the stud at the 2008 Cannes Film Festival when he premiered Indiana Jones and The Kingdom of The Crystal Skull.
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162011
Kevin Winter//Getty Images It seems like Ford gets cooler the older he gets. Look at his casual yet modern style he whipped up for the 2011 "Guys Choice" Awards! (Yes, that's Jeremy Renner next to him.)
172015
Albert L. Ortega//Getty Images The trio at it again! This one is taken 38 years after their first appearance in Star Wars. Mark Hamill and Carrie Fisher are the best photo companions, that's for sure!
182022
Paramount Pictures Hello, Jacob Dutton! Harrison entered the Yellowstone universe in hit prequel series, 1923—and we are forever grateful for it!
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Charley Gallay//Getty Images Indy's still got it! Look at this wholesome reunion between him and Ke Huy Quan (aka Short Round) at the Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny premiere!
Josiah Soto is the assistant editor of news and social for The Pioneer Woman. He helps manage the website’s social channels, in addition to writing high-performing news and entertainment content daily.
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