Happy birthday! Hal Holbrook turns 101 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 17, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 101 on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026.

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Hal Holbrook is celebrating his 101st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Hal Holbrook (Into the Wild, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 101st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Holbrook, a cultural icon

Born Harold Rowe Holbrook, Jr. in Cleveland on February 17, 1925, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Holbrook'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 Hal hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Hal Holbrook as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 101.

Happy Birthday, Hal, you're the best!