Happy birthday! Craig Ferguson turns 64 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary television host turns 64 on Sunday, May. 17, 2026.

Craig Ferguson is celebrating his 64th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed television hosts of his generation.

Popular television host-comedian-author Craig Ferguson (Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 64th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ferguson, a cultural icon

Born in Glasgow on May 17, 1962, Craig Ferguson's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ferguson's not just a great television host, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Craig hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Craig Ferguson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 64.

Happy Birthday, Craig, you're the best!

Craig Ferguson career in pictures

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