Happy birthday! James Woods turns 78 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on April 18, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 78 on Friday, Apr. 18, 2025.

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James Woods is celebrating his 78th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor James Woods (Once Upon a Time in America, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 78th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Woods, a cultural icon

Born James Howard Woods in Vernal on April 18, 1947, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Woods' 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 James hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for James Woods as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 78.

Happy Birthday, James, you're the best!