Happy birthday! Damon Wayans, Jr. turns 43 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 43 on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025.

Damon Wayans, Jr. is celebrating his 43rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-author-comedian Damon Wayans, Jr. (Happy Endings, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 43rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Wayans, a cultural icon

Born Damon Kyle Wayans, Jr. in Los Angeles on November 18, 1982, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Wayans' 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 Damon hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Damon Wayans, Jr. as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 43.

Happy Birthday, Damon, you're the best!

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