Happy birthday! Burt Young turns 86 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 86 on Thursday, Apr. 30, 2026.
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Burt Young is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-painter-author Burt Young (Rocky, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Young, a cultural icon

Born Gerald Tommaso DeLouise in New York on April 30, 1940, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Young'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 Burt hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Burt Young as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.

Happy Birthday, Burt, you're the best!

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