Happy birthday! Jensen Ackles turns 47 today

By Lori Macatee
Washington
Last updated on March 1, 2025

The iconic and legendary actor turns 47 on Saturday, Mar. 1, 2025.

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Jensen Ackles is celebrating his 47th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-model Jensen Ackles (Smallville, Dark Angel, Days of our Lives, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 47th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ackles, a cultural icon

Born in Dallas on March 1, 1978, Jensen Ackles' career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ackles' 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 Jensen hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Jensen Ackles as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 47.

Happy Birthday, Jensen, you're the best!