Happy birthday! Edward James Olmos turns 79 today

  • By Lori Macatee
  • Washington
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 79 on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026.

Edward James Olmos is celebrating his 79th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-director Edward James Olmos (Dexter, Battlestar Galactica, Miami Vice, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 79th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Olmos, a cultural icon

Born in Los Angeles on February 24, 1947, Edward James Olmos' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Olmos' 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 Edward James hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Edward James Olmos as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 79.

Happy Birthday, Edward James, you're the best!

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