Happy birthday! Gary Busey turns 81 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on June 29, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 81 on Sunday, Jun. 29, 2025.

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Gary Busey is celebrating his 81st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-producer-composer Gary Busey (Point Break, Lethal Weapon, The Buddy Holly Story, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 81st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Busey, a cultural icon

Born in Goose Creek on June 29, 1944, Gary Busey's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Busey'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 Gary hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Gary Busey as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 81.

Happy Birthday, Gary, you're the best!