Happy birthday! Dax Shepard turns 51 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 51 on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026.

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Dax Shepard is celebrating his 51st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian Dax Shepard (Parenthood, Hit and Run, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 51st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Shepard, a cultural icon

Born Dax Randall Shepard in Milford on January 2, 1975, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Shepard'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 Dax hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Dax Shepard as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 51.

Happy Birthday, Dax, you're the best!

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