Happy birthday! David Hasselhoff turns 73 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 17, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 73 on Thursday, Jul. 17, 2025.

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David Hasselhoff is celebrating his 73rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-singer-producer-business man David Hasselhoff (Baywatch, Knight Rider, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 73rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Hasselhoff, a cultural icon

Born in Baltimore on July 17, 1952, David Hasselhoff's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Hasselhoff's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a very charming man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little David hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for David Hasselhoff as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 73.

Happy Birthday, David, you're the best!