After nine seasons portraying Harvey Specter on the hit legal drama Suits, Gabriel Macht decided to prioritize family and embark on a new chapter. He relocated his family to an undisclosed location, choosing to keep their whereabouts private. “I don’t tell anybody where I live because I like to keep that under wraps,” Macht shared in an interview. “I got out of town and we’re exploring the world.”
Macht and his wife, actress Jacinda Barrett, are parents to 17-year-old Satine and 10-year-old Luca. Following the conclusion of Suits in 2019, Macht took a significant break from acting to focus on his family. Their initial plan to homeschool their children pre-COVID was disrupted by the pandemic, leading them to seek a change of scenery. “We decided to explore the world, so we left,” Macht explained. This decision marked a departure from his life split between Los Angeles, where he grew up, and New York, where he resided for many years.
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Macht’s post-Suits life includes exploring new career avenues. He’s now a creative partner and executive shareholder in Bear Fight Whiskey. This venture represents a departure from traditional brand endorsements. “I’ve done some commercial work as a brand ambassador, but I wanted to be a partner in a company that made sense,” he stated.
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The connection to whiskey resonates with Suits fans, as Harvey Specter, Macht’s iconic character, was often seen enjoying high-end liquor. However, Macht distinguishes Bear Fight Whiskey as a different kind of drink. “Harvey — he’s really a Macallan guy, but I’m not a Macallan guy. I’m a Bear Fight guy,” Macht quipped. He emphasized Bear Fight’s accessibility and affordability, positioning it as “an everyman drink.”
Despite his new ventures, Macht is set to return to television in the Suits spinoff, Suits LA. While initially hesitant to return to acting so soon, the opportunity to reprise his role and support the new cast, led by Stephen Amell, appealed to him. He also hinted at the possibility of integrating Bear Fight Whiskey into the show.
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Macht’s journey exemplifies a successful transition from a long-running television role to a life focused on family, personal growth, and entrepreneurial pursuits. His return to the Suits universe in Suits LA promises to be an exciting development for fans eager to see Harvey Specter back in action.
