Happy birthday! J. K. Simmons turns 70 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on January 9, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 70 on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025.

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J. K. Simmons is celebrating his 70th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor J. K. Simmons (Whiplash, The Closer, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 70th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Simmons, a cultural icon

Born Jonathan Kimble Simmons in Detroit on January 9, 1955, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Simmons' 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 J. K. hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for J. K. Simmons as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 70.

Happy Birthday, J. K., you're the best!