Happy birthday! Forest Whitaker turns 63 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on July 15, 2024

The iconic and legendary actor turns 63 on Monday, Jul. 15, 2024.

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Forest Whitaker is celebrating his 63rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Forest Whitaker (The Butler, The Last King of Scotland, Bird, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 63rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Whitaker, a cultural icon

Born Forest Steven Whitaker in Longview on July 15, 1961, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Whitaker'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 Forest hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Forest Whitaker as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 63.

Happy Birthday, Forest, you're the best!