Happy birthday! Ethan Coen turns 69 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on September 21, 2026

The iconic and legendary director turns 69 on Monday, Sep. 21, 2026.

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Ethan Coen is celebrating his 69th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed directors of his generation.

Popular director Ethan Coen (O Brother, Where Art Thou?, Fargo, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 69th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Coen, a cultural icon

Born Ethan Jesse Coen in St. Louis Park on September 21, 1957, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Coen's not just a great director, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Ethan hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ethan Coen as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 69.

Happy Birthday, Ethan, you're the best!