Happy birthday! Chris Cooper turns 74 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 74 on Wednesday, Jul. 9, 2025.

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Chris Cooper is celebrating his 74th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Chris Cooper (Adaptation, American Beauty, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 74th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Cooper, a cultural icon

Born Christopher Walton Cooper in Kansas City on July 9, 1951, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Cooper'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 Chris hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Chris Cooper as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 74.

Happy Birthday, Chris, you're the best!

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