Happy birthday! Gary Sinise turns 71 today

The iconic and legendary actor turns 71 on Tuesday, Mar. 17, 2026.

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Gary Sinise is celebrating his 71st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-director-musician Gary Sinise (CSI: NY, Forrest Gump, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Sinise, a cultural icon

Born Gary Alan Sinise in Blue Island on March 17, 1955, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Sinise'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 Sinise as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Gary, you're the best!

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