In fact, he managed to woo his real-life partner over the phone.

Harmon wed fellow actor Pam Dawber in 1987 and the two are still going strong.

They hit it off immediately, getting married just a year later.

NCIS star Mark Harmon smiling

Despite not sharing Gibbs' romantic history, Harmon obviously does reflect his character’s directness.

Can I get a number and just cold call?"

Before meeting Dawber, he shared in a 1986 interview withPeople: “I’m real monogamous by nature.

spouses Mark Harmon and Pam Dawber posing together

Harmon elaborated, “I’m not into catting around.”

“He’s fabulous,” Dawber concluded.

Additionally, their differing perspectives and sense of humor often helps them navigate everyday life.

Mark Harmon and wife Pam Dawber posing together