Happy birthday! Chris Elliott turns 66 today

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The iconic and legendary actor turns 66 on Sunday, May. 31, 2026.
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Chris Elliott is celebrating his 66th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Chris Elliott (How I Met Your Mother, There's Something About Mary, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 66th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Elliott, a cultural icon

Born Christopher Nash Elliott in New York on May 31, 1960, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Elliott'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 Elliott as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 66.

Happy Birthday, Chris, you're the best!

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