Happy birthday! Chris Columbus turns 68 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary director turns 68 on Thursday, Sep. 10, 2026.

Chris Columbus is celebrating his 68th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director-screenwriter-producer Chris Columbus (Mrs. Doubtfire, Home Alone, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 68th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Columbus, a cultural icon

Born Chris Joseph Columbus in Spangler on September 10, 1958, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Columbus' not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Chris hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Chris Columbus as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 68.

Happy Birthday, Chris, you're the best!

Chris Columbus career in pictures

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