Happy birthday! Darren Criss turns 39 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 39 on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026.

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Darren Criss is celebrating his 39th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-singer-songwriter Darren Criss (Glee, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 39th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Criss, a cultural icon

Born Darren Everett Criss in San Francisco on February 5, 1987, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Criss' 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 Darren hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Darren Criss as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 39.

Happy Birthday, Darren, you're the best!

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