Happy birthday! Chris Messina turns 52 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on August 11, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 52 on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026.

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Chris Messina is celebrating his 52nd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Chris Messina (The Mindy Project, Argo, Ruby Sparks, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 52nd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Messina, a cultural icon

Born in Northport on August 11, 1974, Chris Messina's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Messina'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 Messina as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 52.

Happy Birthday, Chris, you're the best!