Happy birthday! Dennis Christopher turns 70 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
  • Last updated on

The iconic and legendary actor turns 70 on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025.

Dennis Christopher is celebrating his 70th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Dennis Christopher (Django Unchained, Fade to Black, Breaking Away, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 70th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Christopher, a cultural icon

Born in Philadelphia on December 2, 1955, Dennis Christopher's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Christopher'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 Dennis hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Dennis Christopher as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 70.

Happy Birthday, Dennis, you're the best!

Dennis Christopher career in pictures

© 2026 MediaMass All rights reserved. Do not reproduce (even with permission).

Dennis Christopher: Recent News

 

page served in 0.052s (1,3)