Happy birthday! Jeff Daniels turns 71 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on February 19, 2026

The iconic and legendary actor turns 71 on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026.

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Jeff Daniels 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-musician Jeff Daniels (The Purple Rose of Cairo, Terms of Endearment, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 71st birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Daniels, a cultural icon

Born Jeffrey Warren Daniels in Athens on February 19, 1955, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Daniels' 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 Jeff hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jeff Daniels as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 71.

Happy Birthday, Jeff, you're the best!