Happy birthday! Curtis Hanson turns 81 today

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The iconic and legendary director turns 81 on Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2026.
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Curtis Hanson is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director Curtis Hanson (Wonder Boys, L.A. Confidential, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hanson, a cultural icon

Born Curtis Lee Hanson in Reno on March 24, 1945, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hanson's not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Curtis hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Curtis Hanson as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Curtis, you're the best!

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