Happy birthday! Danny DeVito turns 81 today
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Danny DeVito is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.
Popular actor-director-producer Danny DeVito (Batman Returns, Taxi, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
DeVito, a cultural icon
Born Daniel Michael DeVito, Jr. in Neptune on November 17, 1944, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. DeVito'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 Danny hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Danny DeVito as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.
Happy Birthday, Danny, you're the best!
Danny DeVito career in pictures
Girl Walks into a Bar (2011)
When in Rome (2010)
Big Fish (2003)
Erin Brockovich (2000)
L.A. Confidential (1997)
Matilda (1996)
Batman Returns (1992)
Terms of Endearment (1983)
Taxi (1978 - 1983)
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2006 - Today)
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