Happy birthday! Alan Dale turns 78 today

By Lori Macatee
Wellington
Last updated on May 6, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 78 on Tuesday, May. 6, 2025.

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Alan Dale is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Alan Dale (Ugly Betty, The O.C., ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Dale, a cultural icon

Born Alan Hugh Dale in Dunedin on May 6, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in history. Dale's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Alan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Alan Dale as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, Alan, you're the best!