Happy birthday! Harry Lennix turns 61 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on November 16, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 61 on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025.

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Harry Lennix is celebrating his 61st birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor Harry Lennix (Dollhouse, The Five Heartbeats, The Blacklist, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 61st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Lennix, a cultural icon

Born Harry Joseph Lennix III in Chicago on November 16, 1964, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Lennix'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 Harry hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Harry Lennix as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 61.

Happy Birthday, Harry, you're the best!