Early Life and Education of Harrison Ford: A Complete Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Harrison Ford, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Harrison Ford is a highly successful and iconic American actor whose career spans seven decades. He is a box-office giant, with his films grossing billions worldwide. Ford has received numerous awards and nominations, including the AFI Life Achievement Award and nominations for an Academy Award and Golden Globes, solidifying his status as a major figure in cinematic history.
July 13, 1942: Harrison Ford Born
On July 13, 1942, Harrison Ford, an American actor and cinematic cultural icon, was born. He has starred in many notable films and has received various accolades.
1945: Birth of Younger Brother Terence
In 1945, Harrison Ford's younger brother, Terence, was born.
1964: Marriage to Mary Marquardt
In 1964, Harrison Ford married Mary Marquardt.
1976: Affair with Carrie Fisher
In 1976, Harrison Ford had a three-month affair with his Star Wars co-star Carrie Fisher during filming.
1979: Divorce from Mary Marquardt
In 1979, Harrison Ford divorced Mary Marquardt.
March 1983: Marriage to Melissa Mathison
In March 1983, Harrison Ford married screenwriter Melissa Mathison.
June 1983: Back Injury During Temple of Doom Filming
In June 1983, during the filming of Temple of Doom in London, Harrison Ford herniated a disc in his back and had to undergo surgery.
August 22, 1987: Emergency Landing in Bangor, Maine
On August 22, 1987, Harrison Ford was aboard a jet with Clint Eastwood and Sondra Locke that made an emergency landing in Bangor, Maine, due to an engine fire and stuck landing gear.
1987: Birth of Son
In 1987, Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison had a son.
1990: Birth of Daughter
In 1990, Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison had a daughter.
1991: Vice Chair of Conservation International
Since 1991, Harrison Ford has served as the inaugural vice chair of Conservation International.
October 23, 1999: Helicopter Crash
On October 23, 1999, Harrison Ford was involved in a helicopter crash near Santa Clarita, California, during a training flight; he and the instructor pilot were unharmed.
2000: Separation from Melissa Mathison
In 2000, Harrison Ford and Melissa Mathison separated.
2001: Adoption of a Son
In 2001, Calista Flockhart adopted a son before meeting Harrison Ford.
2002: Met Calista Flockhart
In 2002, Harrison Ford met actress Calista Flockhart at the Golden Globe Awards.
March 2004: Chairman of EAA's Young Eagles
In March 2004, Harrison Ford became the chairman of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA)'s Young Eagles program.
2004: Chaired Aviation Education Program
From 2004 to 2009, Harrison Ford chaired an aviation education program for youth.
2004: Divorce from Melissa Mathison
In 2004, Harrison Ford divorced Melissa Mathison.
July 2005: Agreed to another two years as chairman of Young Eagles
In July 2005, at the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh gathering, Harrison Ford agreed to accept the position as chairman for another two years.
2009: End of Aviation Education Program
From 2004 to 2009, Harrison Ford chaired an aviation education program for youth.
2009: Proposed to Calista Flockhart
In 2009, Harrison Ford proposed to Calista Flockhart over Valentine's Day weekend.
2009: Stepped down as program chairman
In 2009, Harrison Ford stepped down as program chairman and was replaced by Captain Chesley Sullenberger and First Officer Jeff Skiles.
June 15, 2010: Married Calista Flockhart
On June 15, 2010, Harrison Ford married Calista Flockhart in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
June 11, 2014: Injured on Star Wars Set
On June 11, 2014, Harrison Ford suffered a fractured ankle on the set of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" when a hydraulic door fell on him.
March 5, 2015: Emergency Plane Landing on Golf Course
On March 5, 2015, Harrison Ford made an emergency landing on a golf course in Venice, California, after his plane lost engine power, resulting in a broken pelvis and ankle.
2015: Death of Melissa Mathison
In 2015, Melissa Mathison, Harrison Ford's second wife, passed away.
July 28, 2016: Flew the Two Millionth Young Eagle
On July 28, 2016, Harrison Ford flew the two millionth Young Eagle at the EAA AirVenture convention.
2016: Affair Revealed in Autobiography
In 2016, Carrie Fisher revealed her affair with Harrison Ford in her autobiography, "The Princess Diarist".
February 13, 2017: Landed on Taxiway at John Wayne Airport
On February 13, 2017, Harrison Ford landed an Aviat Husky on a taxiway at John Wayne Airport in Orange County, California, after misidentifying it as a runway.
April 24, 2020: Runway Crossing Incident at Hawthorne Airport
On April 24, 2020, Harrison Ford crossed a runway at Los Angeles Hawthorne Airport while another aircraft was landing, but there was no danger of a crash.
2023: Parenting Comments
In 2023, Harrison Ford commented on his parenting choices, suggesting that he might have been a better parent if he had been less successful.
2023: Adjusted Equivalent
In 2023, the adjusted equivalent of $15 in the 1960s would be $151.
