Happy birthday! Christopher McDonald turns 70 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 15, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 70 on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.

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Christopher McDonald is celebrating his 70th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Christopher McDonald (Requiem for a Dream, Happy Gilmore, Grease 2, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 70th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

McDonald, a cultural icon

Born in New York on February 15, 1955, Christopher McDonald's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. McDonald'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 Christopher hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Christopher McDonald as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 70.

Happy Birthday, Christopher, you're the best!