Happy birthday! Aaron Sorkin turns 65 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on June 9, 2026

The iconic and legendary screenwriter turns 65 on Tuesday, Jun. 9, 2026.

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‘The West Wing’ creator Aaron Sorkin is celebrating his 65th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed screenwriters of his generation.

Popular screenwriter-producer Aaron Sorkin has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 65th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Sorkin, a cultural icon

Born Aaron Benjamin Sorkin in New York on June 9, 1961, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Sorkin's not just a great screenwriter, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Aaron hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Aaron Sorkin as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 65.

Happy Birthday, Aaron, you're the best!