Justin Hartley is more than just the star of Tracker—he’s also an executive producer, which means his fingerprints are on nearly every aspect of the show. In a candid conversation with press, Hartley opened up about how he balances his thriving Hollywood career with the demands of leading one of CBS’s breakout dramas.
Wearing Multiple Hats
Hartley describes the dual role of actor and producer as “exhilarating but exhausting.” On a typical shooting day, he’s in front of the camera for long hours, only to shift gears into production meetings where decisions about scripts, budgets, and casting are made.
“I wouldn’t trade it for anything,” Hartley admitted. “When you believe in a story as much as I believe in Tracker, the extra work feels worth it.”
From Network TV to New Horizons
Before Tracker, Hartley was already a household name thanks to his roles on This Is Us and Smallville. But stepping into the lead of a primetime procedural has been a career-defining move. “It’s different when your face is the one that anchors the series,” he said. “It’s a responsibility I take seriously.”
The Power of Audience Connection
Hartley credits the fans with keeping him motivated. “Every time someone stops me and says, ‘I watch with my family every week,’ that’s the fuel,” he explained. “It makes the long hours and tough decisions worth it.”
