9 Reasons We Adore Shemar Moore

See why S.W.A.T. star Shemar Moore makes us S.W.O.O.N. in these exclusive, never-before-seen photos.

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See why S.W.A.T. star Shemar Moore makes us S.W.O.O.N. in these exclusive, never-before-seen photos.

As he kicks off his second season as Hondo Harrelson, S.W.A.T.'s tough and troubled but staunchly principled LAPD team leader, Shemar Moore is still reveling in his first-ever gig as both lead actor and producer.

Hanging off helicopters as viewers hang onto their seats, the ripped and ridiculously engaging star is, not unlike his TV alter ego, a study in how good guys win in the end.

Behold the photographic evidence—and more—that supports our theory.

Photography by Kwaku Alston. Exclusive to CBS.com.

Watch all-new episodes of S.W.A.T. on Thursdays at 10/9c CBS and CBS All Access.

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